Why work with us:                                                

We believe in empowering people to live their best lives not only the people in the communities we serve, but also our employees. Your work will have a meaningful impact in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where individuals and families flourish. We prioritize workplace well-being, continuous growth, and a culture where every employee feels valued and inspired.

The John M. Parrott Centre is a fully accredited state-of-the-art, 168 bed long-term care home, owned and operated by the County of Lennox and Addington, in the Town of Greater Napanee.  The Centre offers free parking, a safe work environment and advanced technology.  We are working towards becoming an RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization.

What you will do:

Reporting to the Supervisor, Environmental Services, you will play a vital role in supporting our mission to enhance the well-being of the individuals and communities we serve. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Perform cleaning to maintain a hospital clean environment using infection control practices
• Clean and maintain floors and carpets, including deep care such as stripping, resealing and shampooing
• Perform specialized cleaning for isolation, outbreaks, and precautionary situations
• Safely handle and dispose of waste, including recycling
• Complete deep cleaning projects (e.g., walls, windows, admissions/discharges)
• Perform basic home maintenance and repairs
• Laundry duties including gathering, sorting and processing linens and personal clothing
• Assist with resident care activities as needed

What you will bring: 

We are looking for someone who shares our passion for helping people live their best lives and brings:

• Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
• Environmental Services for Frontline Staff course through the Canadian Healthcare Housekeepers Association, or willingness to complete within 3 months of hire
• Experience cleaning, preferably in a healthcare setting, with knowledge of infection control best practices
• Strong communication and computer skills
• Empathy and sincere commitment to the well-being of all individuals in long-term care, regardless of age
• Strong team player, supporting colleagues and fostering a collaborative environment, while also able to work independently when needed
• Proven ability to attend work regularly and punctually
• Able to meet the physical and cognitive demands of the position
• A satisfactory Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector, is a condition of employment

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The John M. Parrott Centre is considered Rural and therefore, new graduates could qualify for the Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Also, through our partnership with Nipissing University, we support Registered Practical Nurses pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree through part-time, blended learning.

The County of Lennox & Addington is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, creating workplaces that welcome, value, and respect the diversity of employees and support them to actively engage in the workplace and reach their full potential.

Accommodations are available throughout all stages of the recruitment process and we encourage applicants to access supports that may be needed. To request an accommodation, please call the County’s Human Resources Department at 613-354-4883 and we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants advancing to the next stages of the recruitment process will be provided with additional opportunities to make their needs known.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of applicant selection.  We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.