Housekeeper – Perm PT – Hamilton Booth

This is a permanent, part-time position based on 15 hours per week.  The work schedule is determined in consultation with your supervisor and may vary according to requirements of responsibility.  Applicable shifts include a ½ hour unpaid meal break. The operational hours of this facility are 24/7.

Shifts: Saturday to Sunday, 4:00 pm – 12:00 am.

This is a Unionized position.

Interested applicants must respond in writing with a cover letter and resume.

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

• Duties will vary dependent upon shift worked.
• Make beds and change linens as scheduled.
• Change discharged beds daily, discharge beds are done on same day as they check out.
• Private rooms – supply bedding (weekly) and clean discharges as required.
• Sweep, dust, mop & clean dorms.
• Dump garbage daily.
• Ensure that all bathrooms are clean and stocked with necessary supplies.
• Ensure that the dining room floor and walls are clean by sweeping and mopping the floor and washing down the walls as required.
• Maintain exterior grounds by ensuring all debris and snow is removed from the front and back entrances and walkway (sweep, wash off shovel, salt) if assigned.
• Maintain interior of building by:
  • Sweeping and mopping all hallways as scheduled and washing the walls as required.
  • Sweeping and mopping all stairs and the ramp as scheduled and the walls as required.
  • Cleaning the elevator floor and walls.
  • Sweeping and mopping the floors in the TV Rooms.
  • Cleaning office floors, walls and furniture as scheduled.
  • Cleaning windows and doors as required.
  • Cleaning spills, leaks etc. as they occur.
• Do other housekeeping duties such as washing bedding, washing towels, packing laundry soap etc. if required.
• Strip and wax floors when required.
• Use approved cleaning supplies wisely and safely.
• Be courteous to residents, treating them with dignity and respect.
• Do other housekeeping responsibilities as designated by management.
• Assist Front Desk Staff with emergencies as required.

• Must be in agreement and comply with the Mission Statement of The Salvation Army Booth Centre, Hamilton.
• Possess a combination of education and life-related experience in housekeeping / janitorial services.
• Possess knowledge of cleaning techniques, equipment, and cleaning materials.
• Possess excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills.
• Manage time wisely.
• Possess a current First Aid and CPR, non-violent Crisis Intervention and WHIMIS certificate.
• Demonstrate the ability to work both independently and under supervision.
• Ability to lift/carry loads up to forty pounds.

 The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable human rights legislation.

If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements.

Internal Applicants, please advise Department Heads of your intentions prior to submitting your application.