Housekeeping Attendant

Currently, we have 1 full-time role which is 75 hours bi-weekly and 2 part-time roles where you would pick up open shifts based on your availability.

**SUMMARY**

Join us at Shepherds of Good Hope and add meaning to your work

Shepherds of Good Hope (SGH) is one of the largest not-for-profit organizations dedicated to meeting the needs of individuals experiencing homelessness and vulnerably-housed individuals in the city of Ottawa. Many individuals who access our programs and services live with complex trauma, mental health challenges and substance use disorders.

A leader in supportive housing and harm-reduction, you’ll be joining an organization that provides around-the-clock, comprehensive services to all genders in seven supportive housing, shelter and programming locations across the city. With 113 new units in development, Shepherds of Good Hope is transforming lives.

YOU can be part of the transformation.

At Shepherds of Good Hope you will find an inclusive environment, with dynamic and innovative programs that offer fulfilling work with flexible schedules to meet your needs.

You’ll find permanent and part-time positions and many opportunities to upgrade your skills and advance your career. When you grow, we grow.

Ready to join us? There is a place for you here

**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Responsible for personal laundry for Residents and the house linens
- Sweeps, mops, polishes and refinishes resident floors, vacuums and shampoos carpeted areas, dumps garbage and recycle bins, performs all cleaning aspects of halls, offices, board rooms, restrooms and lunchrooms as well as washes walls, windows and upholstered furniture as assigned
- Vacuums carpeting, draperies and upholstered furniture
- Cleans resident’s rooms in accordance to organizational standards
- Cleans, disinfects and polishes kitchen and bathroom fixtures and appliances
- Cleans and disinfects elevators
- Picks up debris and empties trash containers
- Cleans showers
- Maintains cleaning equipment

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- High school diploma
- Previous cleaning experience
- Ability to work well with others and work in the presence of residents
- Time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks with mínimal supervision
- Strong attention to detail
- Has empathy for the residents of Hope Living
- Works and adheres to health and safety policy and procedures
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Must by at least 18 years of age
- Able to lift up to 25kg and work mechanical equipment
- Able to read text and communicate orally in English.
- Ability to communicate in other languages is considered an asset.
- A recent vulnerable sector check completed at maximum 3 months prior to employment offer.
- Shepherds of Good Hope is committed to being responsive to the diverse needs of our clients, residents, employees and volunteers, including those with disabilities. Please inform if you require accommodation through the hiring process, so that we can make every effort to meet your needs._

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 0-45 per week

**Salary**: From $15.50 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

COVID-19 considerations:
All staff are provided with personal protective equipment (PPE) on site.

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Kanata, ON K2B 3X9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person