Housekeeper- (Casual)

Job Summary

TheHousekeeper at Phoenix Society performs heavy to light cleaning duties toensure that the suitesand common areas in the facility are in a clean and orderly condition, working in tandem with other janitorial staff and volunteers.

Keyresponsibilities include : cleaning floors; shampooing rugs; washing walls and windows;removing garbage; cleaning appliances;

and notifying management when anysupplies or repairs are required.

Responsibilities;

CustodialServices

• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing orvacuuming
• Strip, seal,finish and polish floors as required
• Gatherand empty all garbage, recycling and compost bins
• Service,clean and supply restrooms
• Cleanand polish furniture, fixtures and appliances
• Cleanwindows, glass partitions and mirrors
• Dustfurniture, walls, machines and equipment
• Steam-cleanand / or shampoo carpets or rugs
• Makebeds and keep linens in stock as needed
• Followprocedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment
• Performother duties as requested

Maintenance Services

• Monitorbuilding security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors aftercleaning and checking electrical appliances to ensure that hazards are notcreated
• Notifymanagers concerning the need for major repairs, minor renovations, or building operatingsystems service
• Requisitionsupplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties
• Maintainand organize cleaning equipment, materials and supplies
• Performother duties as required

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Grade 12
• 1to 3 years of related experience providing custodial and / or housekeepingservices
• Relatedpost-secondary and WHMIS training is an asset
• ValidClass 5 driver’s license is required
• Satisfactorycompletion of a criminal records check with vulnerable sector screening isrequired
• Satisfactorycompletion of Tuberculosis Screening form is required
• Satisfactorycompletion of Employee Immunization Record form is required
• FirstAid certification with CPR is required

Skills & Knowledge

• Fluent and able to effectively communicate professionally, both orally andwritten
• Demonstratedexperience in custodial services and / or housekeeping
• Ability to performheavy to light cleaning duties including heavy lifting, climbing stairs, andstanding for extended periods of time
• Basic computer skills includingMicrosoft Office.
• Strongorganizational and time management skills with a high attention to detail
• Stronginterpersonal skills
• Abilityto work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance
• Ability towork independently and contribute to team settings
• Flexibility to workduring evenings and weekends, and be on call, as needed
• Excellent ability to work under pressure in a diverse, fast-paced, and dynamic environment
• Experiencein providing a person centered and community minded environment withmarginalized people is an asset.

Competencies

Approachto Work

• Demonstratesinitiative, flexibility, adaptability and resourcefulness
• Actively seeks andincorporates feedback to inform continuous self-improvement
• Sets goals, creates andimplements action plans, monitors progress, and evaluates results
• Adeptly managescompeting tasks and uses time efficiently and effectively

JobKnowledge & Quality of Work

• High-degree of relevantand current job knowledge and skill
• Consistently producesaccurate, thorough, high-quality work in a timely manner
• Builds and promotes aculture of health and safety in the workplace
• Implements and enforcesbest practices in health and safety within the workplace (What does enforce mean? Is it up to thisposition to enforce?)

Judgement& Decision-Making

• Models independentthinking and creativity
• Demonstrates effectiveproblem-solving skills
• Makes clear,consistent, transparent and timely decisions after contemplating variousavailable courses of action
• Exercises soundjudgment in the best interests of the organization

Communication& Interpersonal Skills

• Expresses themselvesclearly and professionally both verbally and in writing
• Displays high emotionalintelligence; uses tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive, complex andconfidential situations
• Has a manner, style andpresence that makes a positive impression
• Listens to andconsiders others’ views

PersonalLeadership

• Models theorganization’s core values of social justice, teamwork, social innovation, andstrength-based practices
• Fosters enthusiasm,energy and commitment
• Takes responsibilityfor personal actions, performance and health
• Is reliable andaccountable; shows up on time ready to work

Teamwork& Collaboration

• Effectively works with their colleagues to ensure organizationalsuccess
• Champions positiveworking relationships with staff and external stakeholders
• Supports an environmentof openness, and champions teamwork and communication across programs
• Leverages the expertiseand experience of others for organizational success
30+ days ago