Housekeeping Aid/Laundry-Casual-London

Housekeeping aide/Laundry-Casual

7.5 hour shifts

Extendicare London

Job Location

Canada-Ontario-London

Job Stream

Housekeeping/Laundry

Job Type

Casual

Number of Positions

1

Start Date of Employment

TBD

Posting Date

October 8, 2025

Travel Required

Not Required

Educational Requirements

OSSD grade 12

Languages Required

English

Job Description

Housekeeping Aide/laundry Casual- Extendicare London

Candidates are invited to apply for the above position at Extendicare London located in London, Ontario.

Reports to the Support Service Manager, the housekeeping cleaner maintains high standards of cleanliness and sanitation throughout the Residents home by cleaning and sanitizing rooms and furnishings in assigned work areas following established policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To clean areas according to assigned schedules using appropriate cleaning and sanitation methods and procedures;

• To clean Resident's apartments and common areas, including furniture, kitchen and washroom fixtures, walls, ceilings, lights, vents and windows;

• To operate floor care machines and steam cleaning equipment;

• To strip, scrub, spray, and buff all carpet and non-carpet floor surfaces;

• To pick up garbage and transport to designated areas;

• To assist in the collection and sorting of soiled personal clothing and linens and pre- treat stains as required;

• To load and unload washers and dryers ensuring that proper settings are used and that chemical supplies are at an appropriate level;

• To inspect soiled linens or personal laundry and complete any required repairs, e.g. rips, tears, buttons;

• To fold, segregate and stack linens and residents' clothing and ironing as required;

• To deliver linens and clothing to appropriate areas;

• To adhere to established residence policies and procedures, including safety rules and safe working practices;

• To prepare documentation as required according to residence policy;

• To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it;

• To attend in-service training as required in order to better serve the needs of the residents;

• To attend staff meetings as required to be aware of changes in Residence that have taken place;

• To participate in the Quality Improvement Program;

• To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);

• To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare’s Code of Conduct;

• To complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Good oral and written English communication skills

• Ability to provide feedback on a day-to-day basis- Knowledge and experience with standard institutional cleaning techniques

• Previous experience in commercial / residential/ Healthcare cleaning and laundry procedures is desirable

• Ability to work with minimal supervision

• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job

• Proficiency in a second language is an asset

• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

CLOSING DATE: October 18, 2025, 4pm

In Ontario, Extendicare, ParaMed Home Health Care and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodation needs must be provided in advance. To discuss your needs, please contact the individual noted in the posting.

Time Type:

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.