Summer Student – Housekeeping Aide

Reports To: Environment Services Manager

Employment Type: Temporary Summer Position

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Position Summary:

Wiigwas Elders and Senior Care is seeking a motivated and responsible summer student to assist in housekeeping and laundry services throughout the summer months. This is an ideal opportunity for a student interested in healthcare, hospitality, or community service to gain valuable work experience in a supportive and respectful environment serving Elders and Seniors.

Overview of Duties:

  • Carry out assigned laundry aide duties, as assigned by Environment Services Manager.
  • Demonstrated commitment to work with
  • Maintains work area in a clean, orderly, and safe manner and assures proper care in use of washers, dryers’ equipment and
  • Label residents’ personal
  • As a Housekeeping/ Laundry Aide, the successful candidate will be responsible for the overall cleanliness of the work area to which they are assigned in accordance with policies, procedures and legislation.
  • Responds to resident or family member concerns and ensures appropriate action is taken within decision-making authority and/or brings to the attention of the Environment Services Manager.
  • Effectively communicates and interacts with residents, family members, visitors, and volunteers in a courteous and professional manner.
  • Effective communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively are essential.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Must be a student returning to school in the fall (secondary or post-secondary).
  • Excellent interpersonal
  • Good listening skills and the ability to follow
  • Ability to work independently with minimal
  • Excellent time management
  • Ability to meet the physical requirements of the
  • Work is performed indoors in well lighted, well-ventilated Exposed to heat, humidity, and noise.
  • High standard of personal conduct and self-discipline, both personally and
  • Police Vulnerable Sector Check dated no later than 6 months from date of
  • Excellent organization, critical-thinking, problem-solving, and computer
  • Effective communication skills (both written and verbal).
  • Knowledge of First Nations history, language, and culture an asset
  • Ability to work independently and as a Wiigwas Elders and Seniors team member.

What We Offer:

  • A supportive and welcoming team environment
  • On-the-job training and supervision
  • An opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the care of Elders and Seniors
  • Experience in a healthcare setting

We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the First Nations communities we serve.

Preference will be given to internal applicants and those who self-identify as Indigenous.

Wiigwas welcomes and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Accommodation is available upon request throughout the application process to support accessibility.

Please submit your resume to careers@wiigwas.organd include “Summer Student – Housekeeping Support” in the subject line.

To Apply:
Interested candidates should forward their resume, cover letter and 3 references in confidence to careers@wiigwas.org
Wiigwas Elder and Senior Care
Human Resource Department
237 Lakeview Drive
Kenora, ON P9N 4J7

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.