About the Role
People notice the difference when a space is truly cared for. The environments you maintain can shape someone’s experience from the moment they walk through the door, creating a sense of care, comfort and confidence in the space around them. With a sharp eye for detail and pride in doing things well, you’ll help create environments that reflect the care behind them.
Key Responsibilities
• Clean and maintain shelter common areas, washrooms, offices, client areas, and assigned spaces
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, disinfect, and sanitize surfaces
• Clean and disinfect high-touch areas
• Dispose of garbage and recycling
• Replenish cleaning and hygiene supplies
• Follow infection prevention, health, and safety procedures
• Safely use cleaning products, equipment, and PPE
• Report maintenance, safety, sanitation, or facility concerns
• Respect client privacy, confidentiality, and personal belongings
• Perform other cleaning and related duties as assigned
Education
• No formal education required
Requirements
• Previous cleaning or housekeeping experience is an asset
• Experience in a shelter, healthcare, social services, or other high-traffic environment is an asset
• Ability to work independently and follow cleaning and safety procedures
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.
Required Certifications
• Valid Police (Vulnerable Sector) Clearance
• WHMIS Certificate
• Occupational Health & Safety Awareness Certificate
• Workplace Violence & Harassment Certificate
• AODA Certificate
Benefits
• Flexible on-call / casual work opportunities
• Experience working in shelter and social service environments
• Flexible day, evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts
• Supportive team environment
• Valuable workplace experience
Schedule/Hours
• On-call / casual position
• Day, evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts as required
• No guaranteed minimum weekly hours