Housekeeper / Laundry Aide

Job Posting – Housekeeper/Laundry Aide

Perth Community Care Centre, located in Perth, Ontario is a 121-bed long-term care home dedicated to positively enriching the lives of our residents in partnership with UniversalCare, our family members, valued employees and community partners.

Our team is currently hiring for a permanent part-time Housekeeper/Laundry Aide. We offer competitive wages and benefits which include health/dental benefits, paid vacation and retirement benefits, along with an opportunity to grow your career with an employer of choice.

Reporting to the Food Services & Environmental Manager, the Housekeeper/Laundry Aide position is a critical role with overall accountability for the home’s general cleanliness and laundry needs.

As part of our team, your role as a Housekeeper/Laundry Aide contributes to our resident experiences in the following ways:

• Supports all aspects of general housekeeping activities in accordance with infection control, quality management, legislative requirements and Company’s policies and protocols.
• Completes cleaning activities of resident rooms based on assigned schedule and performs sweeping, and dry/wet mopping as required.
• Spot cleans walls, windows and doors, dusts furniture, shelves. Etc. and empties wastebaskets.
• Completes daily cleaning and disinfecting of all bathroom floors, fixtures and walls. Replenishes supplies as needed.
• Vacuums, shampoos carpets and waxes floors as required.
• Dusts furniture, shelves, etc. and empties wastebaskets.
• Provides clothing and linen support services by ensuring collection, distribution, processing, sorting and inventory of linens and personal clothing.
• Assists in maintaining laundry facilities, equipment and supplies.
• Works in accordance with the organization's Health and Safety Policies and Procedures and in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You Need:

· High-school diploma.

· Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy when dealing with residents, family members or visitors.

· Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

· Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills.

· Prior housekeeping or laundry experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in long-term.

· All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector check.

· All applicants must provide proof of being fully vaccinated, except due to legitimate established exceptions.

· Have a passion to promote person-centered care and work with the senior population.

If you are passionate about contributing to a multi-disciplinary team that is committed to making a difference to the lives of our residents than we would love to speak to you about this great opportunity.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process.

Perth Community Care Centre, located in Perth, Ontario is a 121-bed long-term care home dedicated to positively enriching the lives of our residents in partnership with UniversalCare, our family members, valued employees and community partners.

Our team is currently hiring for a permanent part-time Cook. We offer competitive wages and benefits which include health/dental benefits, paid vacation and retirement benefits, along with an opportunity to grow your career with an employer of choice.

Reporting to the Food Services Manager, the Cook position is a critical role that supports the production of all meals and catering services which provides our residents with nutritional care.

As part of our team, your role as a Cook contributes to our resident experiences in the following ways:

• Supports all aspects of optimal food services to meet the needs of our residents in accordance with infection control, quality management, legislative requirements and Company’s policies and protocols.
• Preparation and production for all meals, snacks and catering services, inclusive of meeting therapeutic diets and menu alternatives.
• Ensures meals and snacks are presented in an appetizing and appealing way to residents, while maintaining appropriate food temperature.
• Assists in menu planning and recipe development, communicates menu changes as required.
• Maintains cleanliness of the kitchen, food storage area, equipment, counters, etc. and ensures proper maintenance and safety of all kitchen equipment.
• Prepares purchase orders and receives all food and supplies.
• In the absence of the Food Services Manager, assumes responsibility for departmental operations.
• Works in accordance with the organization's Health and Safety Policies and Procedures and in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

· Graduate of a recognized culinary management diploma program that meets Ministry requirements.

· Completion of Food Handling Certificate.

· One (1) to three (3) years experience in a volume food preparation environment, preferably in long-term care or health care industry.

· Must posses excellent written and oral communication skills.

· Excellent time management skills with an ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

· Red Seal designation is preferred.

· All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector check.

· Have a passion to promote person-centered care and work with the senior population.

If you are passionate about contributing to a multi-disciplinary team that is committed to making a difference to the lives of our residents than we would love to speak to you about this great opportunity.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: From $21.08 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Perth, ON K7H 3C6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person