Housekeeper

Job Title:             Housekeeper

Job Type:             Permanent, full-time

Start Date:          October 19- anticipated start date

Hours:                   40 hours per week, weekends and evenings may be required

Wage:                   $23/hr ($47,800 annually)

Benefits:              health & dental benefits, defined contribution pension plan, paid lunch

Deadline:             ASAP

Submit resume and cover letter to reception@ignatiusguelph.ca

The Ignatius Jesuit Centre (IJC) is a spiritual, ecological and community hub located on a 600-acre working farm and conservation property just north of Guelph. Rooted in the Ignatian tradition, IJC brings together agriculture, ecological stewardship, spirituality and community engagement.

In fall 2026, Eli’s Place Residential Treatment and Transition Centre will begin operating from Loyola House on the IJC property. Eli’s Place is creating Canada’s first long-term residential therapeutic community for young adults aged 18 to 35 living with serious mental illness. Guests will live and work together as a community, combining individualized clinical care with shared daily life and meaningful work in horticulture, conservation and land stewardship.

Eli’s Place is a non-religious program. Its relationship with IJC is operational, not a religious affiliation. Under formal agreements with Eli’s Place, IJC provides the residential facility and food services and coordinates access to its farm and conservation lands.

Position Overview

The Housekeeper helps create a clean, safe and welcoming environment throughout Ignatius Jesuit Centre facilities. The Housekeeper is responsible for providing routine, daily and periodic housekeeping services in four primary areas:

Loyola House – Accommodation Wing
IJC Administrative Wing
The Workshop
St. Brigid’s Villa / St. Francis Chapel / Portable
Working independently and as part of the IJC team, the Housekeeper organizes their work around occupancy, program schedules and operational priorities. A significant part of the role will support the residential environment used by Eli’s Place, including resident bedrooms, washrooms, shared spaces and linens.

Responsibilities

General Housekeeping

·         Complete daily, turnover, and scheduled cleaning across assigned IJC facilities, including floors, surfaces, furniture, fixtures, washrooms and high-touch areas.

·         Remove garbage and recycling, replenish washroom supplies, and maintain housekeeping, linen and utility areas in a clean and orderly condition.

·         Complete periodic and deep-cleaning tasks according to established schedules and operational needs.

·         Store cleaning products and equipment safely, monitor supply levels, and advise the appropriate staff member when supplies are needed.

·         Identify and report maintenance, repair, safety and housekeeping concerns to the appropriate staff.

·         Adjust cleaning priorities in response to occupancy, program activity, scheduled meetings, seasonal conditions, special events and unexpected needs.

Loyola House Accommodation Wing

·         Clean resident bedrooms, washrooms, shower areas, corridors, lounges, activity rooms, stairs and other shared spaces according to established schedules.

·         Change bed linens and manage assigned laundry and linen duties, including collecting and sorting soiled linens, coordinating vendor pickup, receiving clean linens and restocking linen rooms.

·         Maintain a clean, safe and welcoming residential environment while working respectfully around Eli’s Place Guests and staff.

IJC Administrative Wing and Workshop

Clean offices, meeting rooms, classrooms, hallways, washrooms and other designated areas.
Maintain designated Workshop areas, including floors, washrooms, shared spaces and accessible surfaces, while working safely around tools, equipment and stored materials.
St. Brigid’s Villa, St. Francis Chapel and Portable

Clean and maintain the Villa, Chapel and portable building according to established schedules and their level of use.
Teamwork and Communication

Work cooperatively with IJC colleagues and maintain respectful communication and appropriate professional boundaries with Eli’s Place Guests and other facility users.
Attend staff meetings, training and staff functions as required.
Perform other related housekeeping duties consistent with the position.
Qualifications

·        At least two years of housekeeping, custodial or related experience, preferably in an accommodation, hospitality, residential or institutional setting.

·         Knowledge of appropriate cleaning methods, commercial products and equipment, including the ability to read and follow product labels, safety information and established procedures.

·         Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative and manage cleaning priorities across multiple areas.

·         Strong organizational, time-management and communication skills.

·         Ability to adapt calmly and effectively to changing schedules, occupancy levels and operational needs.

·         Ability to recognize and communicate maintenance, safety and housekeeping concerns.

·         A respectful, cooperative and service-oriented approach, with a commitment to maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment.

·         Willingness to learn and follow IJC cleaning standards, Standard Operating Procedures and health and safety requirements.

·         Experience with commercial cleaning equipment and procedures is an asset.

·         Ability to lift 20 kgs repeatedly

·         A valid driver’s licence is an asset.

·         A Police Check for the Vulnerable Sector may be required.

Working Conditions

This is an on-site position involving work in several buildings and in both occupied and unoccupied areas. The role requires regular walking, standing, bending, reaching, pushing and pulling, as well as the repeated lifting and carrying of items weighing up to 20 kilograms. The Housekeeper works with cleaning products and equipment and must follow all applicable safety procedures.

The work schedule is based on occupancy, program and operational needs. Some early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays may be required. The Housekeeper must be able to adjust priorities when facility use, special events or unexpected cleaning needs affect the regular schedule.

The Ignatius Jesuit Centre (IJC) aspires to be an equitable and inclusive place where a diversity of life experiences, identities and perspectives work together. IJC encourages applicants from all walks of life. We apply an anti-oppression framework to our work and have a zero tolerance policy for discrimination and harassment. Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment process upon request.

This posting is for a position that is currently open. AI may be used at key points in IJC’s screening process. We thank all applicants in advance; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

How to apply:

reception@ignatiusguelph.ca