Volunteer Cleaner

Title: Volunteer Cleaner

Position Status: Volunteer

Hours: 6-9 hours weekly

Start Date: Immediately

Location: Fall River Early Learning Childcare Centre

The YMCA is a place where everyone belongs. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for all, in a welcoming space that is both nurturing and fun – in a community of shared responsibilities, where children and families can thrive.

Our ability to partner with others in the community is through the dedication of our employees and volunteers. By joining the YMCA as a volunteer, you will become part of a dedicated team of individuals with a great passion for providing support to the communities we serve.

The Opportunity

This volunteer position plays an important role in ensuring our facility is a clean and comfortable space, that offers a positive and safe experience for all participants using our facilities. This role is integral to ensure that our childcare centre meets the highest standards of building cleanliness and safety in all program and public areas.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and clutter-free environment in public and program areas of the childcare centre, including classrooms, change/washrooms, lobby, office, hallways, common area, and outside parameters of the building and playgrounds
• Assist in the overall cleaning and sanitation of the facility, including garbage removal, dusting, sweeping, mopping floors, toilets, cubbies, outside storage areas, windows, vacuuming, disinfecting facility areas and replenishing supplies in washrooms/classrooms
• Perform laundry related duties, including collection of children’s beddings and play clothing, loading and unloading of laundry machines.
• Interact with internal and external contacts in a friendly and welcoming manner

Qualifications & Skills

• 1-3 years of cleaning experience
• Strong working knowledge and certification in WHMIS, or willing to obtain
• Dedication to safety and quality commitment
• Able to work with minimal supervision

Please note that all volunteers of the YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth are required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check abd clear Child Abuse Register Check. 

Apply Today

Please apply online at https://ymcahfx.ca/workwithus/ by November 28, 2025.

We look forward to hearing from you! 

The YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is an equal opportunity employer that values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association. We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify.