Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region

Mission, Vision and Values

The Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region’s mission is to advocate for and with people with dementia and their care partners and provide access to a diverse range of appropriate resources and supports. Our vision is to create a community where individuals with dementia and their care partners are fully supported to maximize their quality of life and well- being.

Our Values

Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence

Position Description

Title: Janitorial & Landscaping Technician

(Pending Canada Summer Jobs Funding Confirmation)

Reporting To: Director of Programs & Services

Salary: $15.50 per Hour. Canada Summer Jobs Program

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday

30 hours per week for up to 16 weeks

Start date of May 8, 2023

Position Summary

This position involves cleaning and maintenance of indoor areas, as well as exterior windows, will be required. As well, the successful candidate will be responsible for the care and maintenance of the garden areas surrounding our building which include a memorial garden, pathways, trees, shrubs, seating areas and borders.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Remove any garbage, manage compost bins, and keep garden free of litter

• Pathway maintenance including use of power trimmer, remove weeds growing in asphalt, clearing doorways of debris and sweeping debris off of walkways

• Help to organize lawn/garden storage sheds and maintenance room area

• Vacuuming of interior carpets

• Interior/Exterior cleaning of windows and window screens

• Mow grass in and around garden

• Rake leaves in and around facility

• Water, edge/contour accessible garden beds, and care for plants during growing season

• Renew existing accessible flower beds

• Continue with revitalization plan for memorial garden

• Deadhead spent flowers, and remove dead plants

• Other general cleaning duties inside the building as needed

Qualifications

• Working towards a diploma in Landscape design or related field would be an asset

• Police clearance and vulnerable sector screen is required

• Must be a youth between the ages of 15- 30 in accordance with Canada Summer Jobs

Skills and Knowledge

• Must be interested in lawn maintenance and gardening

• An understanding of gardening and lawn maintenance practices

• Ability to multi-task and produce results with minimal supervision

• Must be self- directed and motivated to complete tasks assigned

• Excellent organizational and time management skills

• Able to effectively and efficiently plan, organize and manage workload and, set priorities

• Proof of Covid-19 Vaccination, subject to any accommodation obligations under human rights legislation

• Be able to work in a team environment and individually

Physical Requirements / Working Environment

Work may require standing, bending, bending, crouching, kneeling, lifting and walking and working in various weather conditions. The office adheres wherever possible to a scent free environment. The office is a public building, and the environment may include contact with visitors /clients. The Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region’s COVID-19 Health and Safety protection plan and policy will be provided and must be adhered to by all staff.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to:

David Angus, Director of Programs & Services

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 16 weeks

Salary: $15.50 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Do you have a valid Class "G" driver's license, up-to-date insurance and access to a reliable vehicle?

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-04-07
Expected start date: 2023-05-08

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