Housekeeping Aide (full time)- FT- Arbour Heights
Extendicare (Canada) Inc.
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MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Following specific procedures, work patters and routines as outlined in training and orientation, the associate will
perform tasks such as:
• Mixing solutions for nursing and housekeeping staff, delivering supplies, removal of garbage, stripping floors
as required, cleaning windows and lights, sweeping and scrubbing areas such as janitor's closet, service
entrance, laundry room, dining rooms, and elevators, performing heavy housekeeping duties and small
repairs.
• Performs outside work such as removing snow, and sanding or salting as required.
• Adheres to established department policies and procedures regarding quality management, safety,
environment and infection control.
• Cooperates with other departments in such tasks as transferring residents, moving and storing supplies, and
moving furniture and equipment.
• Participates in committee meetings such as infection control, quality management and safety, as required.
• Maintains required records and information as directed.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Extensive standing and walking.
• Moving equipment.
• Considerable reaching, squatting, kneeling, crouching and climbing ladders.
• May be exposed to hazards from use of tools and power equipment.
• Exposure to biochemical substances and weather conditions.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
• Ability to read, write and understand oral and written instructions
Time Type
Full timeCompensation Details
$18.31 - $19.50At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.
We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.
Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request.
Summary
Perform cleaning, supplies delivery, and minor repairs in a long-term care setting.
Job title
Housekeeping Aide
Experience level
none specified
Industry
healthcare
Location requirements
Kingston, Ontario; remote work not allowed.
Salary
$18k–$20k
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Kingston, ON, Canada