Housekeeper, Job offer in Markham, Ontario

RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for performing general housekeeping duties in resident suites, public areas and support areas as assigned while meeting or exceeding Sunrise’s quality standards
• Responsible for collecting, cleaning and redistributing the community laundry
• Assists Care Managers and Department Coordinators with resident care when requested
• Partners with community team to ensure community is in compliance with OSHA requirements and promotion of Risk Management programs and policies; adherence to safety rules and regulations
• Practices safety procedures at all times including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), fire extinguishers, MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) and Lockout Tagout procedures
• Team members may be exposed to blood and or body fluids with potential exposure to hazardous materials and infectious diseases
• Actively participates as a member of a team and committed to working toward team goals 

Qualifications:

• High School diploma / GED preferred
• Able to provide housekeeping and laundry services in a resident centered environment, which meet or exceed Sunrise’s quality standards - Desire to work with seniors
• Ability to handle multiple priorities
• Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication
• Competent in organizational, time management skills
• Demonstrates good judgment, problem solving and decision making skills
• Ability to work semi-independently without direct supervision by following all community procedures and guidelines and having the ability to follow through on assigned tasks, and demonstrates initiative
• Ability to perform tasks with frequent interruptions
• As applicable, all Sunrise team members who drive a Sunrise vehicle must review and sign the Driver job description and understand the key essential duties for safety and regulatory compliance