Housekeeper
- Crossfield, AB, Canada
Temporary
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Housekeeper (Day and Evening) Job Description
Position Title: Housekeeper
Department: Housekeeping
Location:
Reports To: Head Housekeeper
Organization Overview:
Rocky View Foundation is a not-for-profit affordable housing provider dedicated to improving the quality of life for low and moderate-income individuals and families. Our mission is to develop, manage, and maintain affordable housing solutions that support sustainable communities.
RVF Core Values:
Collaboration
Authenticity
Resourceful
Engaged
Position Summary:
The Housekeeper plays a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our senior residents. This position requires a detail-oriented individual who takes pride in their work and has a genuine interest in enhancing the quality of life for seniors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform routine cleaning and sanitizing of residents’ rooms, bathrooms, and common areas.
- Ensure all surfaces, floors, and furniture are kept clean and free from dust, dirt, and debris.
- Regularly clean and disinfect high-touch areas such as doorknobs, light switches, and handrails.
- Manage the collection, washing, drying, and returning of residents’ personal laundry and linens.
- Ensure proper handling and care of residents' garments to avoid damage.
- Empty and dispose of trash and recycling in designated areas.
- Follow proper protocols for the disposal of hazardous waste materials.
- Adhere to all safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
- Use cleaning chemicals safely and store them according to regulatory guidelines.
- Report any maintenance or safety issues to the appropriate personnel immediately.
- Maintain a respectful and friendly demeanor when interacting with residents.
- Be attentive to the needs and preferences of residents, ensuring their comfort and satisfaction.
- Communicate any resident concerns or requests to the appropriate staff.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous housekeeping experience preferred, especially in a healthcare or residential setting.
- Knowledge of cleaning and sanitation products, techniques, and methods.
- Physical stamina to perform cleaning tasks, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Clean and sanitize residents’ rooms, bathrooms, and common areas; manage residents’ laundry and linens; and dispose of waste according to established procedures. Follow safety and sanitation policies, report maintenance or safety issues, and interact respectfully with residents while communicating their concerns and requests to staff.
Requirements
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, and previous housekeeping experience is preferred, particularly in a healthcare or residential setting. Candidates should know cleaning and sanitation products and methods and have the physical stamina to lift, bend, and stand for extended periods.
Skills
- Housekeeping
- Cleaning
- Sanitizing
- Laundry Handling
- Waste Management
- Safe Chemical Handling
- Knowledge of Cleaning Products
- Knowledge of Sanitation Techniques
- Attention to Detail
- Resident Communication
- Customer Service
- Physical Stamina
- Lifting
- Bending
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Categories
- Social Services
- Hospitality
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Housekeeping
- Affordable Housing
- Senior Residents
- Residential Setting
- Healthcare Setting
- Cleaning
- Sanitizing
- High-Touch Areas
- Laundry Services
- Linens
- Waste Management
- Recycling
- Hazardous Waste
- Cleaning Chemicals
- Safety Procedures
- Sanitation Policies
- Maintenance Reporting
- Resident Interaction
- High School Diploma
- Physical Stamina