Silvera for Seniors Looking for Housekeeping Supervisor, Full Time Permanent – Westview Town Suites at Canada Full Time

DO YOU WANT A CAREER? DO YOU WANT FAMILY/WORK LIFE BALANCE? DO YOU LIKE GIVING BACK TO SOCIETY AND PROVIDING SUPPORT TO CALGARIAN SENIORS? IF SO, COME WORK AT SILVERA FOR SENIORS.

We currently are recruiting for a Full Time Permanent “Housekeeping Supervisor” opportunity at Silvera for Seniors. This positions will be based at Westview Town Suites located at 5050 50 Ave SW. What is so exciting about this position is that one gets to know, support and have FUN with the many senior residents along with building internal relationships with your colleagues in other communities.

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

• Our singular purpose: Live your best life.

• We value accountability, honesty, relationships, and innovation.

ONE CAN:

Find meaningful work with seniors. Enjoy working on a high-performance team while making a difference in the lives of independent seniors. Choose to work at one of our many communities across Calgary. Benefit from flexible hours, shift differentials, career advancement.

Reporting to the Community Manager, the Housekeeping Supervisor is responsible for the overall cleanliness and safety of the community and for the direct supervision, leadership and communication with all housekeeping staff and the Community Night Attendants in the large community environment.

Shift schedule is 7:00am – 3:30pm with (2 week rotating shift) Support with working evening shift every second weekend.

Key responsibilities include:

• Responsible for overseeing and ensuring that the community is cleaned to the standard established by Silvera

• Responsible for the supervision and training of all housekeeping staff and the Community Night Attendants

• Assigns work tasks among the staff members

• Responsible to liaise with other shifts with housekeeping responsibilities to ensure smooth communication and task completion

• Resolves any housekeeping issues with residents and/or staff

• Assists in daily housekeeping responsibilities if the department is short-staffed & clean suites

• Orders, receives and restocks chemical and linen inventory on a regular basis and maintain products, supplies and costs within budget

• Oversees monthly connects and annual performance reviews and performance management of staff including disciplinary action

• Participates in recruitment of new staff

• Responsible for schedule and payroll

• Ensures hallways and common areas are kept clean, on a daily basis

• Conducts monthly inspections of resident suites and common areas

• Oversees the scheduling and completion of annual cleaning of resident units and common areas

• Ensures that equipment is kept in good working order

• Reports any safety issues to the Community Assistant Manager or Community Manager

• Handles emergency procedures accordingly and as required

• Ensures that vacated units are cleaned and ready for rental on date specified

• Oversees and responds to resident incontinence and follow proper cleaning procedures in the event of an outbreak

• Participates actively on various Silvera Committees as requested

• Participates in and promotes the Health and Safety program

• Participates in Supported Living Accommodation Standards as required

• Assists with, and attends special events as required

• Provides mentorship and support to smaller communities as requested

• Will oversee WPOTB and WRW (2 Communities)

• Other duties as assigned

Desired qualifications:

• Previous housekeeping experience is essential. Minimum one (1) years’ experience in the service industry and at least one (1) year experience in leading teams

• Demonstrated leadership qualities and proven ability to hire, train and motivate others

• Must be able to work independently, or as a team member, and demonstrate strong organizational skills to be able to meet deadlines

• Flexible, willing and positive attitude along with excellent problem-solving abilities

• Strong customer service focus and the ability to relate well with seniors

• Possess a high standard of hygiene and personal appearance

• Must be willing to attend courses as requested by Silvera

• WHMIS training is required

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to lift objects up to 25 lbs.

• Will be exposed to: Corrosive and non-corrosive chemicals, Frequent bending and stretching, Pulling and pushing, lifting furniture

• Required to operate heavy cleaning equipment

• Required to do repetitive housekeeping tasks

What we offer:

• Competitive wage and benefits

• Training is provided

• Personally rewarding work as part of a great team

• Career advancement opportunities

Silvera is a leading advocate and caring provider of homes and services for older Calgarians. We offer non-profit service to more than 1,659 residents and have continued to do so proudly for over 60 years.

Silvera employees create positive impact every day. Together, we serve people who make their home with us, including in our supportive living communities, which provide meals, housekeeping and Active Aging programs. Silvera provides a respectful, inclusive, diverse workplace. Our employees work hard to make our communities the safe, comfortable places residents call home. We offer employment opportunities in dining, housekeeping, maintenance and administration. We reward staff through training, recognition and opportunities for growth. We offer flexible full-time, part-time and casual hours, and lieu time. Our communities are located in all quadrants of Calgary and our head office is located on Macleod Trail near Chinook Centre.

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

• 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.

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

All offers made are contingent upon a successful criminal record check.

For further information on us, please visit our website: www.silvera.ca (http://www.silvera.ca/)