Cleaner - Weekends at Canadian… · Kenora

Why join CMHA Kenora? We are a team committed to our vision of mental health support for all. We offer an inclusive, innovative, and high-performance work culture that helps us deliver transformational impact. The organization cares about the growth, safety and well-being of employees and offers: • Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) • Learning & professional development opportunities

Deadline to apply: August 14, 2026

Cleaner – Weekends Kenora Emergency Shelter

Employer: CMHA Kenora Branch Job Title: Cleaner – Weekends Work Location: Kenora Emergency Shelter Employment Status: Part-Time, Permanent (Existing Position)

Salary: $26.27 per hour

For more information, please visit https://www.cmhak.on.ca

Overview: Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and the Kenora Emergency Shelter Operations Team Lead the Kenora Emergency Shelter Cleaner is responsible for facilitating the cleanliness of the overnight emergency shelter areas of use by ensure that all infection control guidelines are implemented, and that space is safe to operate.

Qualifications: • High school graduation diploma or GED preferred • Personal qualities of empathy, understanding, and patience • Good interpersonal communication and relationship building skills • Cultural competence for diverse populations • Understanding of trauma informed practice and implementation • Good documentation skills • Ability to learn and understand online scheduling • Demonstrated understanding of personal space and ability to role model healthy boundaries • Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment • Attention to detail • Ability to complete physically demanding tasks • Understanding of infection control guidelines and other safe work procedures • Possess a strong attention to detail • Strong time management skills • First aid & CPR/AED, Mental health first aid, and NVCI or willing to obtain • Valid Driver’s License

Duties: • Adherence to all policies and procedures of Canadian Mental Health Association, Kenora Branch • Adhere to daily or weekly cleaning tasks • Perform general housekeeping duties such as laundry, sweeping and mopping of floors, emptying garbage cans, clean and sanitize intake area, washrooms, sleeping area and common areas • Maintain shelter order in accordance with CMHA Kenora Branch policies • Communicate with Kenora Emergency Shelter Operations Team Lead or designate of any building maintenance issues to be addressed • Ensure completion of shift responsibilities and routines • Perform administrative functions as directed • Assist with meal preparations, serving and clean up when required • Attend monthly staff meetings and education/training opportunities as required • Provide a safe environment by ensuring adherences to Workplace Health and Safety Regulations and Policies, Infection Control Guidelines, WHIMIS and Safe Work Procedures; including but not limited to Fire, Disaster and Evacuation Plans • Support an environment which avoids, prevents, and corrects all activities or actions which may result in an adverse outcome in the delivery of mental health services • Responsible for self-care • Other duties as directed

How to Apply: Please submit your cover letter and resume to: careers@cmhak.on.ca The Canadian Mental Health Association, Kenora Branch welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.