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Larga Baffin is classified as an Essential Service and is taking all mandatory and recommended precautionary measures as per Public Health authorities to ensure the health and safety of all staff and residents.
A special thank you to all front-line workers for your commitment and dedication serving those in need.
| Job Location | Ottawa, ON Canada |
| Job Type | Full Time |
| Publish | indeed.ca |
| Publish Date | 23-10-2023 |
Position Overview
Reporting to the Supervisor & Manager of Housekeeping, the Houseperson will be responsible for carrying out a number of housekeeping services in the building’s common areas in order to maintain a clean and sanitary environment for our clients and employees. Assists Housekeepers with cleaning client rooms and other tasks within the Housekeeping department as requested.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform several housekeeping duties within the common areas of the building including but not limited to: sweeping, dusting, mopping, vacuuming, removing garbage, ensuring sinks, toilets and hand dryers are in working order, disinfecting, surface/deep cleaning and ensuring all supplies are re-stocked as needed
- Ensuring all restrooms, public areas, hallways and offices are well maintained and clean
- Respond to requests in a timely manner to ensure quality client care
- Assist Housekeepers with cleaning client rooms and other tasks within the Housekeeping department as requested
- Collect and dispose of trash as necessary
- Report needed supplies for reorder
- Report equipment malfunctions and repairs needed to Supervisor
- Handle and report lost and found items
- Communicate with various departments to ensure our clients needs are met
- Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures
- Report any and all House Rules infractions and report unattended children
- Maintain a safe, secure and healthy environment for our clients and staff
- Assist with additional tasks as and when needed or assigned by management both within and outside role and department to support Larga operations
Minimum Qualifications
- 1-2 years’ similar Houseperson experience in a hospital or industrial type setting which includes public interaction
Skills and Abilities
- Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks
- Able to lift 20 pounds on a consistent basis
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- An aptitude for problem solving
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work without direct supervision
- Ability to remain calm in emergency situations
- Patience and professionalism to tactfully and diplomatically interact with clients, visitors and staff
Preferred Qualifications
- Inuktitut a strong asset
- First Aid / CPR/ AED trained (or a willingness to learn)
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) training (or a willingness to learn)
Larga Baffin welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
The successful candidate must be able to obtain a recent police records check (for the vulnerable sector) with results acceptable to Larga Baffin as a mandatory condition of employment.
Priority will be given to qualified Nunavut Beneficiaries. Larga Baffin does not provide housing and is not responsible for re-location costs.Report job
