Job Description

VACANCY NUMBER:
0000025319


POSITION:
Housekeeper


LOCATION:

Chatham-Kent, Ontario


DEPARTMENT:
Housekeeping


STATUS:
Temporary Regular Part-Time
(September 20, 2025 to March 30, 2027)


# OF POSITIONS:
1


SALARY RANGE:

$26.93 - $27.54


POSTING DATE: 30 July 2025
CLOSING DATE:





BARGAINING UNIT:
UNIFOR


In order to be considered, please ensure that you attach your current resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered.


ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skill and Experience)

Secondary School Diploma. Certificate, Front Line Housekeepers course preferred Dangerous Goods Transportation certificate preferred Able to read, write and follow oral and written instructions. Computer skills to include outlook, order entry, basic word, safety monitor pro training, knowledge of intranet navigation Understanding of WHMIS, Infection Control, Safety, Family and Patient Centered Care, Waste Management protocols One year Housekeeping experience in Health Care setting Experience with equipment, such as floor maintainers, auto scrubbers, upholstery cleaners, vacuums and ladders. Satisfactory attendance.


ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES (Personal Skills and Attributes)

Excellent motor coordination an asset. Ability to communicate and follow all instructions, pleasant and flexible. Effective communication skills to deal with patients, families and staff. Team and customer focused, work well with patients, families, volunteers, other staff and contract employees. Open to change and proactive.

-Ability to work alone and prioritize - self motivated.

Must be punctual and accountable. Must be flexible and accommodating. Demonstrated ability to support and embrace the philosophy of Service Excellence and Patient and Family Centred Care. Demonstrated participation in building a culture of safety and partnering with each other to improve the safety of patient care processes and systems. Demonstrated performance reflecting the Mission, Vision, Values and Code of Conduct of Chatham-Kent Health Alliance.


ACCOUNTABILITIES (Major Responsibilities of the Position)

All Housekeeping duties related to custodial work, and Infection Control. Essential duties, cleaning in patient and non patient care in all areas of the hospital. Flexibility and availability to work days, afternoons, midnights and weekends. Ability to operate cleaning equipment, i.e. floor maintainers, auto scrubbers, upholstery cleaners, vacuums and ladders.



As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital's Occupational Health and Safety department.


CKHA is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair and accessible employment practices. Should you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at 519-437-6058 or by email at humanresources@ckha.on.ca