Cleaner - Durham Region

7 months ago


Durham, Canada VHA Home HealthCare Full time

VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is one of the largest not-for-profit home care providers in Ontario. Our team is made up of close to 3,000 caring and committed professionals who love what they do. Our providers tell us: “Home care is where I can truly make a difference. There is such a sense of accomplishment from helping people live independently at home.” Our teams work together to provide high quality, client-centred care to those who need it most in their homes, schools, retirement homes and other community settings. Many of our team members manage their own schedules in the community and they say, “The freedom and flexibility can’t be beat.” Providers form meaningful bonds with the clients and families they serve over time and are supported by a diverse regional team and beneficial home office programs. Team members tell us “I love the inclusive culture. I feel welcome and at home.”View more comments from VHA clients and their family members.

**We are seeking for an Extreme Cleaner (Part-time)**

**in Durham Region**

**(Oshawa and Pickering; towns of Ajax and Whitby; Municipality of Clarington; and townships of Brock, Scugog and Uxbridge)**

**Availability needed: 8am-5pm, no weekends.**

**What will be your role?**

The Extreme Cleaner is responsible for providing practical and thorough cleaning assistance to VHA clients receiving hoarding support services with the goal of housing stabilization. The Cleaner will work with diverse client groups independently and with a team to meet public health and fire safety standards. Responsibilities include de-cluttering and discarding of unwanted items, washing walls, floors and windows, doing laundry, cleaning and sanitizing appliances, cupboards and closets. Cleaning and hoarding support activities are performed in such a manner as to encourage independence of the client and the prevention of eviction. All activities are conducted within the client service plan and the policies, procedures, and standards of confidentiality of VHA.

**What makes VHA’s compensation unique?**
- Benefits and pension plan for permanent eligible employees
- Compensation for education and professional development
- VHA is a leading learning organization so we can provide you with comprehensive orientation and training at the start and throughout your career
- Mentorship and peer support
- Career development opportunities
- Employee and family assistance program
- Wellness resources
- Perks & discounts
- Staff & service provider events

**Required Qualifications**:

- Minimum of one year's experience in private or institutional cleaning.
- Experience working with vulnerable clients who are dealing with age-related health conditions and/or mental disabilities is an asset.
- Ability to work independently while following pre-set instructions and work cooperatively with the care-giving team.
- Ability to read and write English (equivalent to the Grade 8 level).
- Must be flexible, patient, and able to support a diverse client group.
- Demonstrated commitment to client and family centered care.
- Physically able to provide safe and timely client care.
- Use of proper body mechanics and successful completion of the Physical Readiness Test to ensure safe work practices are followed, including bending, lifting, pushing and pulling. Ability to carry up to 25 lbs.
- Demonstrate ability to recognize safety issues, communicate effectively and provide minor problem solving.
- Driving is mandatory

**Accommodation and VHA’s commitment to DEI**

At VHA Home HealthCare (VHA), we passionately strive to uphold our commitments to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We champion inclusion and diversity in all parts of our organization and are strong believers that a diverse workforce is key to the ongoing and future success of VHA. We aim to review all applicants with fair and unbiased recruitment practices where opportunities are presented based on merits, skills, and experience. VHA is committed to providing reasonable accommodation and our services are accessible and sensitive to the needs of diverse groups. If you require any accommodation, please let us know in advance as we are happy to comply.

VHA is accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada; an RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization designate; and a founding member agency of United Way Greater Toronto.

**In every role and at every level, we lead with purpose, build bonds that matter, and we’re passionate about providing spectacular care.



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