Housekeeping and Laundry Aide – Finlandia Village, Greater Sudbury

Finlandia Village is committed to enhancing the lives of mature adults by offering secure, affordable, and high-quality accommodations. Our focus is on creating a comfortable environment that promotes social, spiritual, cultural, and recreational engagement within a compassionate, independent living community.

Position Overview

We are currently seeking a dedicated Housekeeping and Laundry Aide to support our Finlandia Nursing Home and Finlandia Village. This role plays a vital part in ensuring our residents’ comfort, safety, and overall quality of life by maintaining cleanliness and hygiene across the facility. You will be responsible for cleaning rooms, sanitizing furnishings, and handling laundry services, including washing, drying, folding, and delivering linens and personal items. All tasks are carried out in compliance with established guidelines and procedures to maintain a high standard of care.

Key Responsibilities

As a Housekeeping and Laundry Aide, your primary responsibilities include:

• Cleaning and Sanitizing: Ensure all rooms and designated areas meet hygiene and cleanliness standards by following specified cleaning routines and using recommended agents. This includes:
  • Vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing floors
  • Spot-cleaning walls, doors, and windows
  • Dusting, washing, and sanitizing furniture, shelves, and woodwork
  • Emptying wastebaskets, rearranging furniture, and handling waste disposal
  • Cleaning and disinfecting bathrooms, kitchen, utility rooms, and other areas
  • Replenishing bathroom and cleaning supplies as needed
• Respecting Resident Privacy: Ensure that resident privacy and dignity are maintained at all times while performing housekeeping duties.
• Room Preparation for New Occupants: Thoroughly clean and prepare rooms for new residents, adhering to standard procedures to provide a welcoming environment.
• Stock Management and Maintenance: Inform supervisors when supplies need replenishing or when equipment requires maintenance. Responsible for returning unused supplies and ensuring that all equipment is properly cleaned and stored.
• Laundry Services:
  • Sort laundry based on type, weight, and condition, and follow specific care instructions for soiled linens.
  • Operate washing and drying machines, adhering to set procedures for washing cycles and drying times.
  • Sort and fold linens, personal clothing, and set aside items for repairs or ironing if needed.
  • Deliver clean laundry to designated units and maintain the cleanliness of laundry areas and equipment.
• Adherence to Safety and Quality Standards:
  • Follow department guidelines regarding safety, quality, and infection control, ensuring compliance with the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS).
  • Engage in risk management practices and uphold Finlandia’s resident safety policies.
  • Maintain familiarity with the Health and Safety Manual and relevant provincial legislation.

Qualifications and Skills

To thrive in this role, you will need:

• Educational Background: Completion of Secondary School Education or equivalent.
• Technical Knowledge: Basic knowledge of cleaning agents, equipment, and laundry machine operations.
• Organization and Instruction Comprehension: Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, and effectively organize your workload.
• Specialized Knowledge: Familiarity with isolation procedures and ability to handle specific laundry treatment instructions.
• Language Skills: Finnish language skills are an asset, though not required.
• Compliance Requirements:
  • Recent (within six months) Police Vulnerable Sector Check.
  • Recent (within six months) 2-step Tuberculosis (TB) test.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This role requires physical endurance and attention to safety due to:

• Frequent Physical Activity: Extensive standing, walking, bending, and lifting, including frequent squatting and reaching.
• Exposure to Hazards: Handling power equipment, working with cleaning agents, and occasional exposure to wet floors.
• Potential Interruptions: Adaptability to address resident needs that may arise during tasks.
• Environmental Conditions: Indoor environment where conditions may vary, such as high temperatures, humidity, and strong odors from soiled laundry.

Why Join Finlandia Village?

Finlandia Village is a reputable organization dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships among residents, staff, and the Greater Sudbury community. We value inclusivity, diversity, and accessibility, striving to build a team that reflects the diversity of our residents and the communities we serve. We warmly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, Black individuals, people of color, LGBTQ2IA+ community members, and others. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request throughout the hiring process.

Compensation and Benefits

• Job Type: Part-time, Permanent
• Pay Rate: Starting at $19.96 per hour
• Employee Benefits:
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Matching

Work Schedule

• Available Shifts: Day shift, Evening shift

Work Location

• This position requires on-site presence at Finlandia Village.

How to Apply

Are you interested in joining our compassionate team? If you meet the qualifications and share our dedication to enhancing the lives of mature adults, we invite you to submit your resume.

At Finlandia Village, our mission is to create an inclusive and welcoming workplace. We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.