Housekeeper

**Join Our Team**

Since opening our first retirement residence in 1989, Berwick Retirement Communities has been committed to offering quality retirement living and now owns **eight** residences across BC. We are proud to be Island owned & managed.

Berwick Retirement Communities promotes an environment which integrates hospitality with superior customer service and care. As a member of the Berwick team you will uphold a philosophy that respects choice, independence and autonomy for our residents.

**Berwick on the Lake** retirement community is looking for a **Housekeeper** who is reliable, authentic, and excited to make a difference in the lives of people. As part of a dynamic team environment, your unique sense of humour, optimism, and ability to work well with seniors, will lead to a flourishing career with a company that supports your personal and professional growth.

**Schedule**:
This position is required to cover statutory holidays and varying other day, evening, and nights shifts depending on departmental requirements. Shifts can also be on weekdays and weekends. This position will be **an average of 22.5 hours weekly.**

**Pay**:
Starting wage is **$24.34** (includes provincial wage subsidy) plus shift differentials as applicable.

**Benefits**:

- RRSP Matching
- Dental, Vision, Extended Medical
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounted Meal Program
- Complimentary Onsite Gym Use
- Vacation starting at 6%
- Employee Perks Discount Program

**Position Summary**:
The Housekeeper/Laundry Worker provides day-to-day cleaning and housekeeping for all resident suites, public areas and staff areas. Completes laundry and linen service for residents and kitchen staff, collects garbage and recyclables and cleans all Berwick furniture, soft and hard furnishings. Carries out duties in an efficient, friendly and courteous manner and demonstrates a respectful and caring approach to Berwick residents and staff.

The Housekeeper/Laundry Worker will be a flexible individual who enjoys multitasking and displays high energy, with the ability to encourage a comfortable, home-like environment for residents, team members, families, and visitors. Encourages and adheres to a holistic philosophy of wellness, recognizing that each resident is capable of, to varying degrees; making decisions about his/her life and is a partner in the decision-making process.

**Qualifications/Experience**:

- WHMIS Certification
- Related experience in the housekeeping field preference given to those with 1-2 years of experience in the hospitality industry
- First Aid and CPR
- Trained in proper lifting techniques and an ability to lift up to 25lbs, bend and perform repetitive movements
- Trained in handling emergency situations such as power outages, fire, earthquake and medical emergencies
- Demonstrates a commitment to providing the highest quality of customer service
- Ability to work independently and follow instructions with mínimal supervision
- Ability to work with staff, as a team is essential
- Ability to communicate well in written and oral English
- Dependable, reliable, patient, honest, confidential and an ability to work with staff as a team are essential
- Police, courteous and must work well with seniors, the public
- Ability to demonstrate empathy and patience when working with residents and staff

**Emergency Response Duties**:
Follows established policies and protocols to provide initial emergency response in the event of a power outage, earthquake, fire, silent fire drill or resident emergency. Assess situation, provides assistance where appropriate, and contacts medical personnel/911 when required.

Note: *A criminal record check is required pursuant to the Criminal Records Review Act for working with vulnerable adults. Current TB test and proof of Covid-19 Vaccinations also required.
- **What our staff are saying about working with Berwick Retirement Communities**:_
- I love working at Berwick. Each day presents different opportunities to challenge ourselves. I get to work closely with staff and residents to ensure that the programs we offer are the highest quality and most up to date. We have such a great team that supports each one other and inspires me to do my best_.
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- **_Jacqueline, Active Living Manager, Berwick on the Park since 2017._
- It has been my pleasure to work at Berwick these past years as a Resident Care Aide. I have enjoyed sharing many touching moments with residents and staff; they are all like family to me._
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- **_Heather, Enhanced Living Services, Berwick House since 2008._
- Working at Berwick has been a very meaningful and rewarding experience. Being able to connect with the residents and the staff in many different aspects makes each day special. The teams all work well together and complement one another to make your day feel very successful._
- Melissa, Operations Support Manager Berwick on the Lake since 2021._
- I love working with the Marquise and Berwick team. Together we a