Job Description
If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate great people who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.
We are searching for a Housekeeper to join our Parkland Cape Breton team based in Sydney, Nova Scotia .
Benefits
- Approximate hourly wage : $16.50
- Free onsite parking
- Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
- Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
- Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
- Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety
Responsibilities
Thoroughly clean common areas including lobbies, hallways, and stairwellsSweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, cleaning and sanitizing kitchens and bathroomsComplete common area housekeeping duties as per assignmentCollect refuse from residents' rooms and dispose of this refuse in accordance with set proceduresDocument all completed job routine tasksComplete audits and inspections as requiredComplete resident’s personal laundry services as requestedCommunicate supply needs to People Leader in a timely mannerEfficiently use supplies and equipment to maintain service quality levelsClean and restock housekeeping cart; notify Supervisor when supplies are lowPromote safety culture by continually working safely, including identifying and reporting hazards, following safe work practices and procedures, wearing personal protective equipment, supporting others to work safely and completing safety educationAll additional duties as assignedQualifications
A High School diploma or equivalent educationMinimum of one (1) year experience in commercial housekeeping and / or laundryA high level of initiative for and commitment to completing housekeeping assignments efficiently and in a warm, friendly, and customer-service-oriented mannerAbility to communicate well with internal and external customers to meet needs in a polite, courteous, and cooperative mannerKnowledge of infection control and prevention practicesAbility to utilize auto scrubber, floor buffer, vacuumPrevious experience working with seniors or in a seniors’ living environment is considered an assetAbility to work independently with minimal supervision and can safely use chemical cleaning agents and equipmentAbility to provide a clear criminal record check upon hireCompleted Dementia : Understanding the Journey course is considered an assetA passion for the healthcare sector and / or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and careAbout Us
Shannex is a family‑owned organization with a vision of Better Living for every stage of life. Since 1988, Shannex has grown from a single nursing home in Cape Breton to a trusted partner across healthcare, hospitality and lifestyle sectors. With locations in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario, Shannex continues to build communities designed for connection, wellbeing and longevity. Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. Shannex also provides Transitional Health Services, in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit shannex.com.
If you’re ready to join the Shannex team of great people, apply today!
Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.
All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Temporary
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
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