Housekeeper (Casual)

**Are you passionate about creating a pristine yet welcoming home environment? Do you take pride in your attention to detail and meticulous cleaning skills? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you We are currently seeking Casual Housekeeping support to help our team in maintaining a clean and comforting residence that our patients can call home**

**Hours of work: Weekend, Holidays, Vacation coverage, On-call absence coverage.**

**Remuneration: $17.00/hr with paid breaks and free parking.**

**About Hospice Halifax**:
Hospice Halifax is a compassionate and supportive community of staff members, volunteers, and donors dedicated to making dying and living as comfortable and meaningful as possible at the end of life. Our hospice residence is an inclusive space where individuals and their families receive personalized and dignified end-of-life care.

Hospice Halifax is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work culture. We continue to take action against racism and discrimination in the workplace and to identify and address systemic barriers to full and equal participation. As such, each member of our team must be committed to fostering a safe working environment where all members of the team experience an authentic sense of inclusion and belonging.

**About the Position**:
Under the direction of the Facilities Supervisor, the Housekeeper is responsible to maintain a safe, clean and comforting environment for patients, families and staff within the facility. This role involves hands-on cleaning duties, requiring attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Oversee the cleanliness and sanitation of patient rooms, restrooms, common areas, hallways, staff facilities, and other spaces according to hospice protocol and infection control standards.
- Perform thorough cleaning tasks, including vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing all designated areas.
- Deep cleaning and sanitizing of patient rooms as they become empty.
- Clean the bathrooms, including sinks, toilets, showers, commodes and garbage.
- Clean walls, windows and dusting.
- Collect garbage, recycling and compost, disposing of waste in a responsible manner.
- Complete assigned scheduled cleaning and maintain accurate logs of completed tasks.
- Report any maintenance issues or damages to the Facilities Supervisor promptly.
- Maintain a friendly and professional demeanor when interacting with patients, visitors, colleagues and volunteers.
- Replenish supplies such as soap, paper towel, toilet tissue in all bathrooms.
- Ensure proper use and maintenance of cleaning equipment and supplies.
- Restock housekeeping cart for the next shift.
- Prepare cleaning products by following proper procedures.
- Other duties as assigned for effective operation of the Hospice.

**Qualifications**
- Minimum of 1 year of housekeeping experience.
- Prior experience in a healthcare or hospice setting is strongly preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain high cleanliness standards.
- Knowledge of infection control practices and safety procedures.
- Desire to ensure a welcoming, clean and safe environment for everyone.
- Ability to handle sensitive situations with compassion and professionalism.
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with residents, guests, and team members.
- Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision.
- Organized, flexible and capable of operating related equipment.
- Must be able to follow written or oral instructions.

**Additional Requirements**
- Support the hospice philosophy by ensuring that the environment contributes to the comfort, dignity, and well-being of patients and families.
- Respect privacy, cultural preferences, and the emotional atmosphere present in end-of-life care.
- Accommodates any reasonable request involving housekeeping.
- Maintains positive interactions by building a welcoming, helpful environment.
- Supports Hospice initiatives and positively represents Hospice to the community.
- Abides by all Hospice policies regarding confidentiality, privacy, and professional conduct.

**Working Conditions**:

- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
- Must be able to use cleaning equipment, chemicals and tools safely and effectively.
- Properly use PPE to mitigate risk of exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
- For Casual positions hours will vary
- Length of shifts may be 6-8 hours (ex. 8am-2pm), or a shorter partial shift

**Compensation**

$17.00/hr, shifts include paid breaks; Weekends and holidays, potential to pick up additional shifts, based on the needs of the facility

**How to Apply**:
Hospice Halifax is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work culture. We welcome and encourage applicants who are BIPOC, LGBTQ2S+ and persons with (dis)abilities.

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $17.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- On-site p