Housekeeping Aide - Retirement Home

About the Role and Employer

Join Sienna Senior Living as a Housekeeping Aide at the Retirement Home in Brantford, Ontario. This permanent full-time position offers a 10am to 6pm shift with a pay rate of $17.99 per hour, in accordance with the collective agreement. Beyond just filling a job, you will build meaningful, lasting connections with residents, learning their stories and enhancing their daily lives. Our mission is to foster happiness and provide seniors with comfort, dignity, and respect.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and vacation benefits
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance plans
• Participation in Share Ownership and Reward Program (SOAR)
• Employee Share Purchase Plan featuring company matching
• Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement
• Inclusive workplace culture that embraces diversity and values different perspectives and backgrounds

Key Responsibilities

• Perform varied cleaning tasks including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, carpet shampooing, and spot cleaning of walls, windows, and doors
• Clean and disinfect resident rooms, bathrooms, furniture, and common areas following established schedules and procedures
• Ensure rooms are thoroughly prepared, clean, and welcoming for new residents, keeping spaces ready for tours at all times
• Maintain resident privacy and professionalism while working within occupied living spaces
• Show compassion and dependability, driven by the goal of enhancing seniors' quality of life
• Communicate effectively with residents and team members, providing customer service with attention to detail
• Adapt and assist with additional tasks as needed

Requirements

• Prior experience in housekeeping is essential
• Legal authorization to work in Canada (valid work/study permit if applicable)
• Successful clearance of Vulnerable Sector Check and Criminal Records Check
• Awareness that artificial intelligence may be used during applicant screening or assessment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sienna Senior Living is dedicated to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion in its workforce. Candidates requesting accommodations during recruitment, selection, or evaluation will be supported in accordance with provincial laws.