Housekeeping - Dartmouth, Canada - The Birches Nursing Home

The Birches Nursing Home

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Dartmouth, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Housekeeper

Facility:
The Birches Nursing Home

Location:
Musquodoboit Harbour, Nova Scotia

Job Category:
Facility Support

Position Available:
Casual

Facility Description:

The Birches Nursing Home is a Community Governed organization that operates a 42 bed Continuing Care Centre.

The Birches is committed to the highest standards of support and services and promotes a health workplace for its 100 staff.

The organization fosters a healthy work life balance and uses the latest best practice information at all levels.

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the assigned Supervisor/Manager, the Housekeeper is a fundamental part of the team that provides supportive services in the Home.

This role may be assigned tasks that include:

Cleaning and maintaining assigned areas of the facility in a sanitary condition
General laundry duties including; sorting, loading and folding of laundry and delivering to neighbourhoods
Responsible for maintaining all assigned areas and equipment in sanitary condition
Supporting residents to "live well" according to assigned tasks, within scope of employment
Responsible for housekeeping, laundry and Nutrition related duties

Qualifications:

Completion of Grade Twelve (12) required
Knowledge and ability to operate and clean institutional equipment (kitchen, laundry and sanitation)
Must demonstrate good written and oral communication skills
Must be comfortable working with seniors with varying levels of disability
Experience in maintaining a clean and sanitary environment
Working knowledge of WHMIS legislation
Attend work on a regular and consistent basis

HOURS OF WORK:

Weekends / Days / Evenings / Holidays; May be changed as necessary to meet the operational requirements of the facility.

On call availability/flexibility.

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The Birches Nursing Home

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Job Type:
Casual

Salary:
$18.38-$18.67 per hour

Benefits: