Job Description
Housekeeping aide/Laundry-Casual
7.5 hour shifts
Extendicare London
Job Location
Canada-Ontario-London
Job Stream
Housekeeping/Laundry
Job Type
Casual
Number of Positions
1
Start Date of Employment
TBD
Posting Date
October 8 2025
Travel Required
Not Required
Educational Requirements
OSSD grade 12
Languages Required
English
Job Description
Housekeeping Aide/laundry Casual- Extendicare London
Candidates are invited to apply for the above position at Extendicare London locatedin London Ontario.
Reports to the Support Service Manager the housekeeping cleaner maintains high standards of cleanliness and sanitation throughout the Residents home by cleaning and sanitizing rooms and furnishings in assigned work areas following established policies and procedures.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
To clean areas according to assigned schedules using appropriate cleaning and sanitation methods and procedures;
To clean Residents apartments and common areas including furniture kitchen and washroom fixtures walls ceilings lights vents and windows;
To operate floor care machines and steam cleaning equipment;
To strip scrub spray and buff all carpet and non-carpet floor surfaces;
To pick up garbage and transport to designated areas;
To assist in the collection and sorting of soiled personal clothing and linens and pre- treat stains as required;
To load and unload washers and dryers ensuring that proper settings are used and that chemical supplies are at an appropriate level;
To inspect soiled linens or personal laundry and complete any required repairs e.g. rips tears buttons;
To fold segregate and stack linens and residents clothing and ironing as required;
To deliver linens and clothing to appropriate areas;
To adhere to established residence policies and procedures including safety rules and safe working practices;
To prepare documentation as required according to residence policy;
To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it;
To attend in-service training as required in order to better serve the needs of the residents;
To attend staff meetings as required to be aware of changes in Residence that have taken place;
To participate in the Quality Improvement Program;
To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);
To uphold and promote the organizations values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics morality and integrity as set out in Extendicares Code of Conduct;
To complete other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Good oral and written English communication skills
Ability to provide feedback on a day-to-day basis- Knowledge and experience with standard institutional cleaning techniques
Previous experience in commercial / residential/ Healthcare cleaning and laundry procedures is desirable
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job
Proficiency in a second language is an asset
Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.
CLOSING DATE: Octoberpm
In Ontario Extendicare ParaMed Home Health Care and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodation needs must be provided in advance. To discuss your needs please contact the individual noted in the posting.
Time Type:
Part timeWhen you choose to build your career with Extendicare youre joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.
If you have a passion for caring turn it into a rewarding career withExtendicare!
Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.
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