Housekeeping Aide – Casual

About the role

The Housekeeping Aide provides a safe and comfortable environment for patients, staff and visitors by performing cleaning tasks throughout the hospital facility. This casual position involves daily, weekly and periodic cleaning of patient areas, non‑patient areas, offices and common spaces in line with Manitoulin Health Centre standards.

Key responsibilities

• Perform indoor and outdoor cleaning of all hospital areas, including patient rooms, offices and common areas.
• Follow daily, weekly and periodic cleaning schedules to maintain hygiene and infection‑control standards.
• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment and ensure proper handling of cleaning chemicals.

Required profile

• Partial secondary education (Grade 10) and preferably prior cleaning experience in a healthcare setting.
• Demonstrated teamwork, service orientation and creativity in a fast‑paced environment.
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures, environmental cleaning best practices and WHMIS regulations.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and the organisation’s Learning Management System.
• Ability to operate hospital cleaning equipment safely.
• Understanding of cleaning chemicals handling and WHMIS requirements.