About Sojourn House

SojournHouse provides Emergency Shelter and Transitional Housing services to newly arrived refugees coming from all parts of theworld. We provide a safe place and an inclusive environment to people who have had the refugee experience. We are dedicated to providingthe best possible settlement services and programs that help residents transition and integrate into the community. With decades of experience and being one of the firstrefugeehousing facilities in Toronto, we take pridein being a leading organization in refugee care.

In support of its commitment to a healthy, safe, workplace and community it is recommended all staff have up-to-date vaccinations for COVID-19 with a vaccine approved for use in Canada.

About the Role

We are looking for Relief Custodian(s) to provide replacement shift coverage on an as needed basis and to ensure the efficient and qualitative internal and external cleanliness at any one of the three Sojourn House shelter facilities. The shelters provide emergency shelter to refugees in a work environment where all stakeholders observe an integrated anti-oppression, anti-racist, access and equity framework.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Moving of furniture as may be required for cleaning, repairs or replacement purposes.
• Steaming rooms for pest control as per prevention protocols and schedule.
• Cleaning and sanitizing all common and shelter washrooms.
• Emptying garbage bins daily as per schedule.
• Seasonal outside duties (snow clearing, grass cutting, picking up debris).
• Cleaning of office/amenity spaces, including appliances, when so directed.
• Polishing and mopping waxed floors.
• Operating and maintaining in a safe working order all equipment used in the performance of the duties of the position.
• Demonstrated knowledge Health and Safety Legislation (WHMIS, Occupational Health and Safety Act) applicable to the janitorial duties being performed, as it relates to cleaning materials or other chemicals. Ensures to follow safe practices at all times and uses applicable safety equipment as required and directed.
• Ensuring that quality standards for cleaning and sanitizing are maintained.

Experience/ Education

• Minimum 3 years experience in a commercial cleaning environment preferred.
• Community college and/or training in Custodial/Janitorial Services from a recognized institution is an asset.

Knowledge and Competencies

• Current WHMIS Certificate required.
• Experience with the use of commercial cleaning equipment required.
• Must demonstrate physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs for the frequent carrying/lifting/moving equipment or furniture.
• Good communication skills in English.

Working Conditions

• The position will use commercial cleaning products and equipment for their work.

Other

Rate: $17.52/hour (2025 rate)

Hours: 7.5 hours per replacement shift

Start Date: As soon as possible

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please submit a cover letter with resume.

Sojourn House thanks all applicants but will contactonlyqualified candidates selected for interviews. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, a request for accommodation will be accepted throughout the hiring process. Interview candidates are required to provide their accommodation needs at least three business days before the assessment date. Sojourn House is committed to employment equity and encourages applicants from all equity seeking groups.

This posting expires January 20, 2025.