Job Description

Division:

Brighton Retirement Living

Reports to:

Environmental Services Manager

Location:

Brighton, Ontario

Status:

Part-Time and Casual

Salary/Wage:

$17.90 per hour

Hours of Work:

Up to 20 hours bi-weekly

Vacancy:

Vacant

Application Deadline:

December 19, 2025

Submit to:

info@legacyliving.ca

Posting #:

23-2025-BRL



Reporting to the Environmental Services Manager, the Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, comfortable, and safe environment for the residents of Brighton Retirement Living. This role plays a key part in ensuring residents feel at home and are supported in a hygienic, respectful, and dignified manner.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Housekeeping

Clean and sanitize resident rooms, bathrooms, and common areas according to daily, weekly, and monthly schedules. Dust, vacuum, mop, and disinfect all areas as required. Handle laundry duties, including washing, drying, folding, and returning linens and personal items. Collect refuse from residents' rooms and other areas of the residence and dispose in accordance with set procedures. Replenish supplies such as soap, toilet paper, towels, and other necessary items. Ensure compliance with infection control protocols and safety regulations. Report maintenance issues or safety hazards to the appropriate department. Respect residents' privacy and dignity while performing duties. Assist with preparing rooms for new residents. Maintain housekeeping equipment and supplies in a clean and orderly manner. Clean and organize outdoor and patio furniture. Water and care for plants in the residence. Notify Maintenance Manager when housekeeping supplies are low.

2. Risk Management and General Safety

Report malfunctions in equipment and repairs needed to Environmental department through the Maintenance Memo Book. Partner with community team to ensure community is in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Requirements and promotion of Risk Management programs and/or policies. Adhere to safety rules and regulations. Practice safety procedures at all times including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), fire safety procedures, Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) and Lockout Tagout procedures. Report all accidents and incidents. Report all unsafe and hazardous conditions and/or equipment immediately. Comply with all infection control techniques, placement of biohazard containers and removal techniques, procedures and policies. Participate in Fire Safety and Mock Disaster procedures.

3. Other

Works in a safe manner and ensures department operations are carried out in a safe manner in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, associated regulations, Legacy Living policies, procedures, and other associated legislation. Other related duties, as assigned.

Physical Demands

Standing for extended periods of time - for up to 8hrs/day. Walking short distances and manoeuvring in tight spaces within resident suites. Pulling/pushing/bending/lifting cleaning carts, chemical pails, etc., up to 50lbs. Reaching to upper shelving - at times with use of an 18inch to 3ft step ladder. Repetitive arm and upper body motions in intervals for periods of up to 8hrs for sweeping, wiping. Working in warm temperatures for extended periods of time. Some memory work required to know Residents and preferences.

The successful candidate will possess the following:

Education

Secondary school diploma or equivalent.

License, Registration, Training and Clearances

Police Record Check (per RHA), including Vulnerable Sector Check. Immunization(s) and tuberculosis (TB) testing, per Brighton Retirement Living's policy.

Experience

Previous housekeeping experience, especially in healthcare or senior living environment is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Friendly, respectful and compassionate attitude toward residents. Ability to speak, read and write in English; must be able to follow oral and written directions and do simple arithmetic calculations. Physical stamina to perform tasks such as bending, listing and standing for extended periods of time.




A combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

We thank all applicants for their interest in the posted position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.


Consistent with our core values, Legacy Living is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection experience, and work environment. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment process up to the point of undue hardship. If you require accommodations, please contact Human Resources (careers@mistralgroup.ca) to make appropriate arrangements.


Please be advised that Legacy Living may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology at any stage of the hiring process, including screening, evaluating, and selecting qualified candidates.


Legacy Living also frequently audits resumes of internal and external applicants to validate the accuracy and trustworthiness of information provided. Falsification of information at any time throughout the recruitment process may result in disqualification. Internal applicants may be subject to discipline, up to and including termination.