Extreme Cleaner – Durham

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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Pay Range

$22.42 – $25.17 (placement on salary range as per Collective Agreement)

VHA’s Extreme Cleaner is responsible for providing practical and thorough household assistance to VHA clients. They will work with diverse client groups to meet public health standards. Responsibilities include, de-cluttering and discarding of unwanted items, washing walls, floors and windows, doing laundry, cleaning and sanitizing appliances, cupboards and closets. Household and support activities are performed in such a manner as to encourage independence of client and the prevention or delay of institutionalization. All activities are conducted within the client service plan and the policies, procedures and standards of confidentiality of VHA.

Key Areas of Accountability

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 tasks 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.

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.

• G License and driving is mandatory.

• Must have a valid Ontario driver’s license, access to a vehicle and willingness to travel across Durham.

What makes VHA’s compensation unique?

• Benefits and pension plan for permanent eligible employees

• Compensation for education and professional development

• VHA is a leading learning organization so we can provide you with comprehensive orientation and training at the start and throughout your career

• Mentorship and peer support

• Career development opportunities

• Employee and family assistance program

• Wellness resources

• Perks & discounts

• Staff & service provider events

Accommodation and VHA’s commitment to DEI

At VHA Home HealthCare (VHA), we passionately strive to uphold our commitments to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We champion inclusion and diversity in all parts of our organization and are strong believers that a diverse workforce is key to the ongoing and future success of VHA. We aim to review all applicants with fair and unbiased recruitment practices where opportunities are presented based on merits, skills, and experience. VHA is committed to providing reasonable accommodation and our services are accessible and sensitive to the needs of diverse groups. If you require any accommodation, please let us know in advance as we are happy to comply.

How to Apply?

Our online application should take about 5 to 10 minutes to complete.

VHA is accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada; an RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization designate; and a founding member agency of United Way Greater Toronto.

Thank you to everyone who applies. We will review applications as they are received. We’ll only be contacting those selected for further discussion.

In every role and at every level, we lead with purpose, build bonds that matter, and we’re passionate about providing spectacular care.