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Silvera is a leading advocate and caring provider of homes and services for older Calgarians. We offer non-profit service to more than 1,500 residents and have continued to do so proudly for over 60 years. Come build a career with our committed, high-performing team and make a positive difference in the lives of others.

Find meaningful work with seniors. Enjoy working on a high-performance team while making a difference in the lives of independent seniors. Choose an opportunity to support our vibrant communities across Calgary

Silvera for Seniors is currently hiring and we are looking for a Casual Housekeeper for one of our Supportive Living Communities, homed at our Aspen Commons Community located at 1171 Bow Valley Lane N.E. located in the Bridgeland area.

Come build a career with our committed, high-performing team and make a positive difference in the lives of others.

As a casual employee one Must be able to commit to the "CASUAL EMPLOYMENT MODEL" as per below:

• Casual employees will not have any guaranteed work hours each pay period and will be called to work when needed. The Employee Scheduler will send emails to multiple staff offering same shifts, in order to get shifts covered right away. Shifts are first come first served thus the reason no guaranteed hours.

•Casual employee must have availability to work at a minimum of 4 days per week including some weekends

• Casual employee must be willing to work (and be trained) in multiple positions

• Casual employee must be willing to work and support all Silvera Communities in all quadrants of Calgary

• Casual employee must work minimum shifts and must not refuse to take shifts offered without a valid reason and approval. Casual employee's employment, after three refusals to take up shift(s) or for not working any shift(s) within 3 months, may be terminated with Silvera for Seniors due to “abandonment of position”

• Casual employee must report any time off request to the Employee Scheduler at least 2 weeks in advance.

• Casual employees are not entitled to any benefits other than vacation pay.

Shift times vary and applicants must be available for ALL times as shown below. Shifts are any day of the week, Monday to Sunday inclusive.

Shift times are: 7:00 am to 3:30 pm

This position is responsible for the overall cleanliness and safety of the community during their shift.

Key responsibilities include:

• Responsible for the daily cleaning of resident units including bed-making, linen and towel change.

• Responsible for the laundry and cleanliness of all common areas and flooring.

• Responsible for the overall security and safety of the community and residents during the assigned shift

• Resolves any emergency situations which may arise and completes all paperwork and follows procedures as required

• Reports any safety issues to the Community Manager and is knowledgeable in emergency procedures and can act accordingly

• Required to travel between all communities to relieve other housekeepers on vacation or extended leaves of absence

Desired qualifications:

• Minimum of 1-3 year experience into housekeeping/room attending experience is essential

• Must possess a high standard of hygiene and personal appearance

• Good Communication skills and excellent customer service skills, Pleasing attitude and the ability to relate to seniors.

• Must have Food Handling course, WHMIS, and First Aid or willing to take

• Basic computer skills

• Have a license and reliable vehicle to travel to communities

What we offer:

• Competitive wage

• Training provided

• Personally rewarding work as part of a great team.

• Career advancement opportunities.

• Opportunity to work near your home.

Our communities are located in all quadrants of Calgary and our head office is located on Macleod Trail near Chinook Centre.

• Our singular purpose: Live your best life.

• We value accountability, honesty, relationships and innovation.

We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we will not be accepting phone calls about individual applications.

In accordance with the Alberta Accommodation Standards, all successful candidates are required to complete a criminal record check prior to commencing employment and all offers made are contingent upon a successful criminal record check.

All pre-screen questions must be answered for an application to be processed.

For further information on us, please visit our website: www.silvera.ca