HOUSEKEEPING AID 2

Classification:                    Support, Special Services

 Reports to:                           Supervisor of Maintenance

 May be supervised by or 

Receive direction from:            Facility Supervisor, Executive Director,

 Minimum Qualifications: 

 ·        Minimum of grade 10 education with the ability to read and write

·        Must be able to follow instructions or directions

·        Minimum of two years’ experience of housekeeping/laundry experience in an organization with more than ten (10) employees or employees and clients

·        Experience with and proven knowledge of laundry technology

·        Motor coordination and manual dexterity are required and ability to maintain daily, heavy physical activity

 POSITION SUMMARY

 Under the direction of the Coordinator of Special Services and the day-to-day supervision of the Facility Supervisor or the Executive Director, as required, the position incumbent is responsible for the ongoing cleaning and for the heavier housekeeping duties and transportation of equipment and machinery as required.  The incumbent shall have a genuine concern for youth and their families and an appreciation of the issues they face and be familiar with and have an understanding of the goals and objectives of the Association.

 ACCOUNTABILITY:

 The incumbent is accountable to all standards and expectations of the Province of Nova Scotia as applicable to this position: 

·        Provincial Standards for Residential Child-Caring Facilities

·        Children and Family Services Act

·        Nova Scotia Child Abuse Protocol

·        ADCRF Code of Conduct

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 In all duties and responsibilities and any delegation of tasks, the incumbent is responsible to ensure that all matters under the Provincial Standards for Residential Child-Caring Facilities, the Children and Family Services Act and Regulations and other legislation related to children and youth, which fall under his/her responsibilities are routinely reviewed and that the Standards are met or exceeded.  All programs and initiatives must be consistent with the philosophy of the Association.  All tasks undertaken must done so in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and other legislation that may apply.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES   

Approx. Percentage of
Total Time
1. Scrubs, strips, waxes and polishes floors. 30%
2.

Cleans washrooms, shower stalls, tub rooms, Tiles, ceiling, drains

 10%
3.

Climbs ladders for high cleaning of walls, lights vents, windows, hanging and taking down drapes, etc.

10%
4.

Transports furniture and equipment  (ie chairs, beds, overhead projectors, video equipment, etc.) from one area to another on request

 20%
5.

 Moves beds, chairs, dressers, tables, etc. when housecleaning, scrubbing or waxing

8%
6. Transports trash from all areas to disposal area 5%
7.

 Transports biohazard waste, and sharps to be properly contained and taken to the disposal area

 5%
8. Shampoos carpets when needed  5%
9. Transports wet mops to be cleaned 1%
10.  Sweeps entrance ways on a regular basis unless hampered by snow; in which case shovels the snow  to allow for the entrance of people, wheel chairs and ambulances                                                                           1%
11. Stocks washrooms with supplies as needed 1%
12. Pick up soiled linens, personal clothing, etc. to be washed 5%
13. Sort all laundry according to their soil classification 10%
14.

Records all laundry as required; loads washer(s) and operates within the formulas developed

 25%
15.

When laundry is dry, fold, iron, hook drapes, etc. as required

 15%
16. Other duties as may be assigned 5%
17.

Responsible for the upkeep, maintenance and repair of any equipment and the proper use of all supplies used in the performance of duties. Report items for repair to supervisor

 5%

WORKING CONDITIONS

 Workers follows predetermined work procedures but must be aware when job is done well.

 The work environment demands strong physical capabilities, and th ability to focus. Work hours will be, for the most part, during the normal daily work hours.  Occasionally extended hours may be required..  Must be able to work independently and under stressful conditions.  Working environment often requires sensitivity to cultural and societal differences.   Working conditions include heavy physical, emotional and mental demands along with mild to severe environmental conditions.