Housekeeping Aide - Perm Part Time

Permanent, Part-time (0.2 FTE)
Program Name: Home Help
Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 15
Existing Vacancy: Yes - we're currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position. The Home Helper provides homemaking services to individuals and families in the home or at the time of discharge from hospital according to the framework of VON policies, procedures, standards and quality & risk management. The Home Helper collaborates with members of the health care team in meeting the needs of individuals to attain an optimal level of independence and well-being. A Home Helper may be hired specifically to provide housekeeping and cleaning services at a VON facility within the framework of VON policies, procedures, standards, and quality and risk management.
Performs light housekeeping for clients in their home including (but not limited to) dusting, cleaning kitchen/bathroom, vacuuming, mopping floors, laundry, and errand service.
Prepares meals and completes the environmental risk assessments.
Observes and evaluates the individual's/family's home, personal situation and client/family care plan.
Contributes to the development (with the help of the Coordinator) of the care plan.
Performs housekeeping tasks reflecting the needs of the facility (program space or office).
Interior cleaning tasks may include the need to launder linens and window coverings along with; beds, blinds, ceilings, light fixtures, sinks, toilets, bathtubs, showers, walls, windows, wall tiles, ceiling and wall vents, televisions, floors, carpets, etc.
Ensure the exterior walkways and outside perimeter of facility remain free of debris and obstructions.
Engages frequently with the Clients, Client’s family members and Home Support Coordinator on any needed changes to client plans and other relevant information.
High school graduate.

• Post-Secondary school education preferred.
• Personal Support Worker or Health Care Aide certification an asset.
• 2-3 years’ experience working with children, seniors and person with disability.
• Household management or professional customer service experience preferred.
• Experience working for a professional cleaning services organization preferred.
• Experience working with people from different social and economic environments preferred.

Awareness of community resources.
Must have personal vehicle and possess both a current driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance
Willingness to travel regularly during the day as well as periodically overnight(s) to support sites and attend meetings
A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check is required
A Vulnerable Sector Search and/or Child Abuse Registry Check may be required
Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. VON Canada is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities and to providing accessibility accommodations for candidates who require them. If you are in need of accessibility support, please visit our website at for further details.

VON Canada is committed to embracing and celebrating equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) as fundamental to living out our values of Respect, Compassion, and Excellence in all that we do.