Overview
Housekeeper – Student Jobs in Guelph at Homewood Health Centre Inc.
Make a difference in a growing, innovative mental health organization and centre of excellence in people-centered care. Work with supportive colleagues who are passionate about improving lives and champions for quality and continuous learning.
As a Housekeeper – Seasonal Student, you will be an integral part of a team focused on delivering seamless services and programs to our clients and patients. This may just be the opportunity you are looking for this summer if you enjoy the outdoors, are not afraid of a little weather and take pride in a job well done.
This is a temporary contract commencing May 1st. Internal applications for this position within the UFCW bargaining unit must be received within 7 days of being posted to have seniority considered in the selection process.
What you’ll be doing:
The housekeeper performs a variety of important duties across the health centre, following health, safety, hygiene and infection control policies and procedures to ensure a safe environment for all, including:
Clean patient rooms and perform duties such as mopping floors, washing furniture, cleaning and washing bathroom fixtures, dusting overhead and bed lamps, stripping and remaking beds, turning mattresses and other general cleaning work
Utilize cleaning equipment such as vacuums, mops, and other cleaning tools
Clean common areas, restrooms, corridors, hallways, stairways and other work spaces while keeping the prescribed health and hygiene standards
Clean and sanitize toilets, showers/bathtubs, counter tops and sinks
Wash walls, ceilings, doors and trim by hand or with washing equipment
Clean, wash, dust or polish hardware, brass, furniture, mirrors, lighting fixtures, windows, window sills, screens, vents, radiators and exterior of cabinets and equipment
Sort, wash, load, and unload laundry
Keep bathrooms stocked with clean linens, toiletries and other supplies
Empty waste paper baskets, trash containers and replace liners
What we’re looking for:
Housekeeping experience in a hospital, hotel, or institutional environment is an asset
Infection prevention and control training preferred
Ability to use good judgment in deciding priorities with a fluctuating workload
Proven customer service and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and within a team
Excellent work ethic and attendance record
Able to work all shifts, including weekdays, weekends, and afternoon shifts, as per the posted schedule.
Physically able to perform the duties of the position including lifting up to 30lbs, kneeling, squatting, pushing, pulling, reaching and various repetitive movements
Demonstrated commitment to Homewood’s Core Competencies (Service Excellence, Innovation, Collaboration, Integrity)
Commitment to working within Homewood’s Health and Safety Policy
Enrollment in University or Community College is required
As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Homewood Health Centre requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.
Why Work With Us
Homewood Health is Canada’s largest and leading service provider for medically focused, evidence-based treatment of mental health and addiction disorders. Our organizational culture values service excellence, integrity, collaboration and innovation. Our people make a difference!
As an equal opportunity employer, Homewood Health is committed to employment accessibility, diversity, equity and inclusion. For this reason, we encourage applications from members of equity-seeking groups including women, racialized and indigenous communities, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions.
Join us at Homewood Health™ and be part of a diverse team helping Canadians live healthier, more productive and fulfilling lives.
Title: Housekeeper – Student
Company: Homewood Health Centre Inc.
Location: Guelph
