Seniors Housekeeper, Casual

Mission Community Services Society is dedicated to helping people, changing lives, and building community. With a legacy dating back to 1972, MCSS has continuously strived to support community members in need.

The Housekeeper provides cleaning services to Seniors as part of our Better at Home program designed to assist seniors with simple day-to-day tasks so they can continue to live independently in their homes and stay connected to their communities.

What you'd be doing:

• Works with Better at Home Program Coordinator to develop ongoing client schedule.
• Contacts client to confirm scheduled appointments.
• Conducts cleaning orientation with new clients to ensure understanding of client service requirements and expectations. This will include confirming services that will or will not be provided.
• Travels between client residences.
• Adheres to proper handling of chemicals and general health and safety practices.
• Protects equipment and reports any inadequacies to the Program Coordinator.
• Completes Client Sign Off Sheet and submits monthly tally of services provided.
• Notifies the Program Coordinator of any incidents or incidental damages.
• Checks supply levels of all consumables and replaces when appropriate.
• Deals with reasonable requests with professionalism and patience.
• Performs a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and polishing including:
  • Clearing away dishes after a meal
  • Hanging towels to dry or places in laundry
  • Cleaning sinks, bathtub, shower, toilet
  • Wiping spills and sanitizes surfaces
  • Changing bed linens
  • Dusting off surfaces
  • Tending to house plants
  • Disposing of trash
  • Tidying cluttered areas
  • Sweeping and vacuuming floors
  • Organizing closets and drawers
  • Ensuring all rooms are cared for and inspected according to standards

• Grade 10 Education and six months of directly related experience, or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
• Residential/Housekeeping/Nanny/Care home experience is a definite asset.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• WHMIS training will be provided.
• Criminal Record Check Clearance and ability to practice confidentiality as per Agency, professional association, and legislative requirements
• Certification in First Aid and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention.
• Valid B.C. Driver’s License and a reliable vehicle with appropriate insurance.
• Experience using Microsoft Office.

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