Job Description
Housekeeping/Laundry/Janitor (Casual) – Extendicare Michener Hill, Red Deer
Candidates are invited to apply for the position of Housekeeping/Laundry/Janitor Aide in our 220-beds Long Term and 60-beds supportive living facility Extendicare Michener Hill, located in Red Deer, Alberta.
Reporting to the General services Supervisor, the Housekeeping/Laundry/Janitor staff maintains high standards of cleanliness and sanitation throughout the home by cleaning and sanitizing rooms and furnishings in assigned work areas following established policies and procedures. Ensure residents’ safety by following established policies and procedures.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Receives assignments from Supervisor.
- Using specified cleaning/disinfecting/sanitizing agents, and following specific procedures, work patterns, and routines, performs tasks such as; Vacuuming, sweeping, dry/wet mopping, scrubbing, sanitizing/disinfecting floors, spot cleaning walls, windows and doors between washing, dusting, emptying waste baskets and rearranging furniture; removing waste, daily cleaning and disinfecting all resident areas; cleaning floors, fixtures, and furnishings in rooms, kitchen, closets; garbage collection, removing and recycling; may also include heavy cleaning duties such as deep cleaning. Processing all aspects of commercial laundry.
- Ensures privacy of residents during performance and daily duties.
- Adheres to established company policies and procedures regarding quality assurance, fire, and safety.
- Participates in department meetings, attends in service, completes required education programs.
- Cooperates with other departments moving and storing supplies, furniture, and equipment.
- Successful candidate will also be trained in laundry and janitorial duties.
- Shift Work; must be available to work: days, evenings, and weekends.
ABILITY TO:
- Read, write, and communicate effectively in English
- Has demonstrated a mechanical aptitude
- Physically able to perform required duties
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively within the team (effective teamwork is produced when all the individuals involved harmonize their contributions and work towards a common goal).
- Is aware of environmentally safe work procedures and able to work safely, following established safety practices and procedures in compliance with applicable Occupational Health and Safety legislation and company policy.
- Knowledge in the areas of infection control, chemical use, cleaning procedures and operation of various cleaning machines.
- Be an active listener who projects a friendly, problem-solving approach and demeanor.
- Organizing, planning, prioritizing, time management and multi-tasking skills.
- Proven integrity through open and honest interactions with co-workers to encourage active participation and commitment from others in the pursuit of common goals; understanding roles, set expectations, share information, and build positive morale.
- Proven experience in taking personal responsibility for seeking information from various sources enables others’ learning through sharing experiences, coaching, and mentoring.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Relevant experience in maintaining building standards of cleanliness with disinfecting of furniture, surfaces, and the environment as directed by Extendicare policy, Infection Prevention and Control best practices, and Public Health Directives within the standards of the Accommodation Standards
- Previous cleaning experience and use of various floor care machines is preferred.
- Has a solid understanding of the Health and Safety Act
- Excellence in attendance required
- Vulnerable police check required
- Ability to perform heavy lifting, reaching, squatting, kneeling, crouching, and moving equipment, and climbing ladders.
- Previous experience and/or knowledge of cleaning/disinfecting/sanitizing preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to work safely, following established safety practices and procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to read, write and speak English and understand moderately complex oral and written instructions
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, general public and management
- Demonstrated ability to problem solve effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated positive attitude & strong work ethic
- Able to lift a minimum of 50lbs
Interested applicants may forward their resume in confidence to the attention of Erica Horvath:
Email: ehorvath@extendicare.com
We thank all interested applicants, however, only those selected for interview will be contacted.
Time Type:
Part time
At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.
We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.
Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.
Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at careers@extendicare.com.
We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.
