Community Housecleaner (HSW)

About S.R.T. MedStaff

S.R.T. MedStaff has been a trusted leader in the health care community since 1981, hiring client service coordinators, personal support workers, registered nurses, registered practical nurses, and supervisors. Come work for an agency that truly values and supports it staff!

Why Join S.R.T. MedStaff?
S.R.T. MedStaff provides diverse opportunities and strong career path development in a variety of professional streams, along with excellent salary and benefits such as:

• Competitive pay rates
• Choice of daily instant pay or weekly direct deposit pay
• Travel allowance
• RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization
• Accredited by Accreditation Canada with Exemplary Status
• Flexible scheduling
• Comprehensive benefits package
• RSP matching program
• Perkopolis member
• Employee Perks 
• Staff appreciation events
• Paid continuing education sessions and in-services

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Personal Support Manager, the Community House Cleaner (or HSW) provides in-home homemaking services to vulnerable clients living in the community as outlined in the written plan of care prepared by the Homemaking Supervisor as authorized by the Homemakers and Nurses Services Caseworker. S.R.T. MedStaff is currently recruiting for Homemakers to work on a part time basis across Etobicoke and North York. 

Responsibilities:

• Provide homemaking support to clients according to the written plan of care. Homemaking support includes light housekeeping (vacuuming of rugs, mopping of floors, dusting furniture free of articles, wiping countertops and surfaces, cleaning of bathroom toilet sink and tub, making beds, changing linens) laundry, and putting out garbage. Additional duties may include grocery shopping and meal preparation
• Treat clients with compassion and respect, recognizing and valuing diversity and working with a vulnerable population
• Use judgment in carrying out instructions and recognize the need to seek supervisory assistance
• Report/communicate observations or concerns to the appropriate individual(s), as necessary
• Maintain confidentiality of client information
• Follow S.R.T. MedStaff’s written Policies and Procedures, as well as City of Toronto Senior Services & Long Term Care, (SSLTC) & HMNS Program Policies and Procedures
• Work as a team player with other health care professionals, service providers, SSLTC and HMNS personnel
• When providing care to community clients, report to the coordinator immediately if the client is not seen/found or if there is any change in their status
• Adhere to S.R.T. MedStaff’s Infection Prevention and Control Policies and Procedures. Reduce the risk of transmitting an infection by practicing thorough hand washing, respiratory etiquette, and social distancing

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Able to read and write in English and follow written instructions
• High school graduate or equivalent preferred
• Knowledge and skill to be able to perform homemaking tasks
• Familiarity with common household cleaning products and techniques
• Familiarity with the operations of a vacuum cleaner, washing machine and dryer
• Experience or an equivalent of training and experience providing homemaking and cleaning services
• Minimum 1-year full-time work experience as a Homemaker (Home Support Worker) in the community
• Ability to meet the physical demand and requirements of the role
• Ability to travel between assignments by public transportation or by car
• Negative T.B. skin test or chest x-ray
• Immunizations up to date (Influenza and COVID vaccinations strongly recommended)
• Mask fit tested
• Current CPR (BCLS) and First Aid Certificate
• Meet health surveillance requirements of the Public Hospitals Act
• VSS within the past year of hire confirming absence of a criminal history/record

We thank you for applying to S.R.T. MedStaff. We will review all applications. Only those applicants selected for further discussion will be contacted. S.R.T. MedStaff is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment and meeting the needs of persons with disabilities. If you require any accommodation in the application process, please let us know in advance.

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