Housekeeper South West Edmonton

Make an Impact on Seniors' Health!

We provide care and independence to our residents, using a client- and family-centered approach that incorporates the most current research into practice. When you choose to join SE Health, you become part of a diverse and collaborative care team where you’ll apply your skills – and your heart – to provide services that support our residents to live and age well. You’ll make a difference in their lives, and they’ll make a difference in yours! 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Coordinator, and/or designee, the housekeeper is required to do cleaning, custodial work; to follow daily custodial standards and instructions; and perform related work as required.  This position serves 3 sites in Southwest Edmonton. 

Status : PT / Perm

Hours: 15 Hours per week (5 hours per location)

Flexible between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM (30 hours bi-weekly)

Schedule : 
Monday-Friday

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Include but not limited to:

• Clean rooms, and other work areas so that health standards are met.
• Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and/or draperies, using vacuum cleaners and/or shampooers.
• Empty wastebaskets, and transport other trash and waste to disposal areas.
• Sweep, scrub, wax, and/or polish floors using brooms, mops, and/or powered scrubbing and waxing machines.
• Dust and polish furniture and equipment.
• Keep storage areas and carts well stocked, clean, and tidy.
• Polish silver accessories and metalwork such as fixtures and fittings.
• Replace light bulbs.
• Replenish bathroom supplies with soap, paper products, and other necessary supplies.
• Clean and sanitize bathroom fixtures, floors, and counters as needed.
• Empty and clean trash cans.
• Wash windows, walls, ceilings, and woodwork, waxing and polishing as necessary.
• Disinfect equipment and supplies, using germicides or steam-operated sterilizers.
• To wash and hang drapes, and dust window blinds.
• Report on safety issues and the need for maintenance repairs.
• Develop and standardize newer and improved methods of cleaning for better results at lower costs.
• Work cooperatively with all staff members.
• Perform related work as required.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• WHMIS Certification.
• Completion of the 10th school grade. 
• Experience as may be gained through functioning in a capacity requiring performance of basic cleaning and custodial tasks. Or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• General knowledge of modern housekeeping equipment, sanitation materials and procedures, modern laundry equipment and procedures; 
• infection control procedures and requirements; sanitary kitchen upkeep and clean procedures; cleaning materials, supplies, and equipment; 
• Washing and wearing quality fabrics; mending techniques; 
• Clerical record-keeping methods sufficient to keep inventory of supplies.
• All successful applicants must pass the vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check applicable to Provincial guidelines

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must be in good health and free from communicable diseases, physically able to perform tasks related to the position.
• Must be free of allergies or conditions, which may be aggravated by working with cleaners, detergents and equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both in written and oral English.
• Ability to take direction and learn procedures.
• Ability to demonstrate tact, diplomacy, empathy, patience, and concern in providing quality services to clients.

DEIA: We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute and succeed.

Date Posted: October 15, 2026