VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is one of the largest not-for-profit home care providers in Ontario. Our team is made up of close to 3,000 caring and committed professionals who love what they do. Our providers tell us: “Home care is where I can truly make a difference. There is such a sense of accomplishment from helping people live independently at home.” Our teams work together to provide high quality, client-centred care to those who need it most in their homes, schools, retirement homes and other community settings. Many of our team members manage their own schedules in the community and they say, “The freedom and flexibility can’t be beat.” Providers form meaningful bonds with the clients and families they serve over time and are supported by a diverse regional team and beneficial home office programs. Team members tell us “I love the inclusive culture. I feel welcome and at home.”
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of one year’s experience in private or institutional cleaning.
• Experience working with vulnerable clients who are dealing with age-related health conditions and/or mental disabilities is an asset.
• Good physical and mental health.
• Ability to work independently while following pre-set instructions and work cooperatively with the care-giving team.
• Ability to read and write English (equivalent to the Grade 8 level).
• Must be flexible to be able to support a diverse client group.

VHA’s Extreme Cleaners have the following key areas of accountability, but not limited to:

• Performs a combination of home cleaning services including: washing floors, sinks, and related surfaces; vacuuming, dusting and wiping down fridge and stove exterior; laundry and ironing; emptying wastebaskets; polishing furniture; washing accessible interior windows; and cleaning and organizing the inside of cupboards, stoves and fridges.
• Performs tatks according to the client’s specifications, and using the client’s products and equipment, according to a pre-set time allowance as arranged by the agency. The client arranges for a specific set of tasks, however, any task, may be added or replaced at the client’s specific request.
• Completes time-keeping protocols ensuring accuracy and timely submission in accordance with VHA policy.
• Participates in team meetings as requested, with a commitment to contribution and service development.
• Participates on project teams as appropriate.
• Shares in handling workload for positive results