Permanent · Full-Time · Unionized
If you love wearing rainboots, and playing out in the rain…
Do you want a meaningful and rewarding career in the child care sector? Are you ready to make a positive impact on children’s lives? Join our dynamic team at the new Forest Explorer Child Care Centre as a Housekeeper! In this exciting role, you will play a crucial part in maintaining a clean and welcoming environment for children and staff alike. Your main responsibility will be to ensure a pleasant, clean, and healthy environment. Come join us and foster meaningful connections to the outdoors for children through innovative programs and transformative learning experiences!
Available from: July 7th, 2025
Salary: $18.21 to $21.26 per hour
Hours: 35 hours per week
Location: Forest Explorer Child Care Centre, 411 Corkstown Rd *Please note that access to the centre is difficult without a car as there is no public transportation that goes down Corkstown Rd*
Closing date: June 24th, 2025
What Andrew Fleck Children’s Services offers…
✓ Competitive salary
✓ Comprehensive benefits package including 4 weeks of vacation, Health and Dental plan, Employer matching RRSP program at 6% of salary
✓ A unique culture that fosters leadership, responsiveness, communication, and teamwork
✓ A place where your opinions will be respected, and your contributions valued
✓ A chance to grow – personally and professionally – through workshops, mentorship programs and courses, to upgrade skills, and develop new areas of expertise
✓ Participate in career development opportunities for a variety of different position types available within the AFCS organization
✓ A strong commitment to equity and diversity in the workplace and community
In this role you will…
✓ Maintain hygiene standards as defined under the Food Premises Act, health guidelines and agency policies in areas associated with food provision
✓ Maintain children’s activity, washroom and staff areas in required sanitary and neat condition
✓ Facilitate and support outdoor meals and snacks
✓ Clean and disinfect washrooms and fixtures; collect and dispose of garbage, clean and line containers
✓ Wash floors, spot clean walls and dust shelves and window ledges
✓ Assist and replace other staff at the centre as required
✓ Demonstrate care for and interest in children in carrying out daily duties
To qualify for this role you have…
✓ Clear Police Record Check (Vulnerable Sector) current within the last 6 months
✓ A keen interest and comfortability in working in the outdoors in all weather and all seasons
✓ Knowledge of basic principles of health and hygiene
✓ Adequate energy level and ability to meet the physical demands and time constraints of the job
✓ Demonstrated understanding of a licensed group care environment
✓ Ability to relate well to children and be flexible
✓ Ability to work as members of a team and also independently with minimal supervision
✓ Sensitivity and respect for individual and cultural differences
We are an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Should the applicant require any accommodations during the application process please notify Human Resources
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $18.21-$21.26 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- Are you able to commute, as there is no public transportation available to the centre
Experience:
- Group Care Housekeeping: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Food Handler Certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-06-24
Expected start date: 2025-07-07
