Wiigwas Elder & Senior Care are looking for a Summer Student Housekeeping Aide! For more information on this LEAP job posting, check out the details below!
Wiigwas Elders and Senior Care is seeking a motivated and responsible summer student to assist in housekeeping and laundry services throughout the summer months. This is an ideal opportunity for a student interested in healthcare, hospitality, or community service to gain valuable work experience in a supportive and respectful environment serving Elders and Seniors.
- Carry out assigned laundry aide duties, as assigned by Environment Services Manager.
- Demonstrated commitment to work with seniors.
- Maintains work area in a clean, orderly, and safe manner and assures proper care in use of washers, dryers’ equipment and supplies.
- Label residents’ personal belongings.
- As a Housekeeping/ Laundry Aide, the successful candidate will be responsible for the overall cleanliness of the work area to which they are assigned in accordance with policies, procedures and legislation.
- Responds to resident or family member concerns and ensures appropriate action is taken within decision-making authority and/or brings to the attention of the Environment Services Manager.
- Effectively communicates and interacts with residents, family members, visitors, and volunteers in a courteous and professional manner.
- Effective communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively are essential.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Must be a student returning to school in the fall (secondary or post-secondary).
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Good listening skills and the ability to follow instructions.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job.
- Work is performed indoors in well lighted, well-ventilated areas. Exposed to heat, humidity, and noise.
- High standard of personal conduct and self-discipline, both personally and professionally.
- Police Vulnerable Sector Check dated no later than 6 months from date of hire.
- Excellent organization, critical-thinking, problem-solving, and computer skills.
- Effective communication skills (both written and verbal).
- Knowledge of First Nations history, language, and culture an asset.
- Ability to work independently and as a Wiigwas Elders and Seniors team member.
What We Offer:
- A supportive and welcoming team environment
- On-the-job training and supervision
- An opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the care of Elders and Seniors
- Experience in a healthcare setting
Wiigwas welcomes and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Accommodation is available upon request throughout the application process to support accessibility.
Please submit your resume to careers@wiigwas.org and include “Summer Student – Housekeeping Support” in the subject line.