Overview
Full Time & Part Time Housekeeper – more than 1 required (union position) Jobs in Ottawa at The Salvation Army
To provide a clean and safe environment at the Ottawa Booth Centre and Anchorage Programs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensures general upkeep of The Ottawa Booth Centre such as common areas, resident’s rooms, cleaning floors, washrooms,-windows, dusting, vacuuming, collecting and disposal of garbage
Checking, cleaning, moving, arranging and dusting furniture as required
Restocks washroom supplies and distributes received material as required
Follow proper universal precautions while performing duties
Follow hazardous materials procedures
Aiding in the prevention of the spread of bedbugs
Required to show courtesy to clients and all those on the property of the Ottawa Booth Centre
Performs other duties as per assigned for each area of our property
Health and Safety
Adheres to all health and safety policies and procedures in place; complies with all instructions from the employer concerning health and safety as per the Occupational Health and Safety Act and WSIB
Ensures all procedures, rules and guidelines for the safety and security of clients and staff are enforced and respected
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Operate industrial cleaning equipment and tools
Mop and sweep (repetitive motions)
Bend and twist
Occasionally carry out stepladder work
Lift more than 20 pounds with assistance
May deal with angry and abusive clients
May encounter verbal abuse
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered
EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:
1 to 3 years recent housekeeping experience preferably with an organization that works with the marginalized population
SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES:
Current WHMIS training
Nonskid CSA approved Safety shoes are required
Bilingual (English and French) is an asset
Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check screening
Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities
SALARY: non-negotiable starting salary of $17.20, increased to $17.39 at successful completion of probationary period
HOURS: FT – Saturday to Wednesday – 8:00am – 4:30pm
FT – Wednesday to Sunday – 8:00am – 4:30pm
PT – Saturday and Sunday – 10:00pm – 6:30am
The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.
We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.
You must advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.
Published
April 17, 2024
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Competition #
18/24
Ministry Unit/Dept:
Ottawa Booth Centre
Salary Range:
$17.20 hourly premium for nights and weekends
Address:
171 George Street
Posting Expires:
April 23, 2024
Applications Accepted By:
Human Relations: [email protected], Fax: 613 241-2818
Title: Full Time & Part Time Housekeeper – more than 1 required (union position)
Company: The Salvation Army
Location: Ottawa
