Housekeeping Attendant

Required Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• A minimum Grade X;
• Directly related experience in a long term / chronic care facility an asset; and
• Working knowledge of floor washing machine and other related equipment.

Abilities and Skills:

• Ability to communicate in both official languages (French and English) is required;
• Demonstrated interpersonal relationship and communication skills with residents’ families, and co-workers;
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision;
• Demonstrated ability to follow verbal and written instructions;
• Safety footwear is required;
• Mental and physical health to meet the demands of the job. Strength to lift heavy loads / items and ability to lift pounds;
• Ability to demonstrate a satisfactory employment record, including attendance; and
• Current Criminal Record Check for the Vulnerable sector and Adult Abuse Registry Check deemed satisfactory by the Employer.

Knowledge:

• Workplace Health and Safety and safe work practices; and
• W.H.M.I.S. program.