About this role
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Work site environment: Non-smoking. Work setting: Work in employer's/client's home. Retirement home. Tasks: Sweep, mop, wash and polish floors. Dust furniture. Vacuum carpeting, area rugs, draperies and upholstered furniture. Make beds and change sheets. Distribute clean towels and toiletries. Stock linen closet. Clean, disinfect and polish kitchen and bathroom fixtures and appliances. Pick up debris and empty trash containers. Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene. Launder clothing and household linens. Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties. Shop for food and household supplies. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Transportation/travel information: Valid driver's licence. Travel expenses paid by employer. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Ability to work independently. Repetitive tasks. Attention to detail. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Weight handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs). Personal suitability: Punctuality. Client focus. Dependability. Excellent oral communication. Flexibility. Judgement. Reliability. Team player. Patience. Honesty. Screening questions: Are you available for shift or on-call work?. Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?. Experience: 1 to less than 7 months. Employment terms options: Early morning. Evening. Shift. Morning. Night. Day. Weekend. Overtime available. Workplace information: Hybrid. Financial benefits: Mileage paid. Other benefits: Free parking available. Support for newcomers and refugees: Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.). Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition. Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees . Support for youths: Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment. Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth. Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth. Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.