Cleaner at YWCA Women's Shelter
Company
YWCA Toronto
Location
Toronto, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$47,759 a year
Posted
9 hours ago
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Job Description
Position: Cleaner Role at YWCA Women's Shelter
Join the YWCA Toronto team as a Cleaner in our Women's Shelter. This full-time role supports a safe living environment for women and gender-diverse individuals in East York.
As a critical member of our staff, you will be responsible for cleaning and preparing shelter spaces. The position involves maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety, working collaboratively in a trauma-informed environment.
Your role is pivotal in ensuring residents feel comfortable and respected while with us.
Key Responsibilities:
• Clean all common areas and washrooms thoroughly
• Disinfect surfaces and clean bedrooms effectively
• Manage kitchen cleaning and waste disposal bi-weekly
• Follow health and safety policies in all cleaning duties
• Report supply needs to supervisors promptly
Requirements:
• High school level education or equivalent
• 1 to 3 years cleaning experience preferred
• Knowledge of cleaning product safety and use
• Independent worker with lifting capabilities
• Completion of WHMIS training is required
Help us maintain an inclusive space that uplifts women and gender-diverse people through your essential cleaning role.
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Join the YWCA Toronto team as a Cleaner in our Women's Shelter. This full-time role supports a safe living environment for women and gender-diverse individuals in East York.
As a critical member of our staff, you will be responsible for cleaning and preparing shelter spaces. The position involves maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety, working collaboratively in a trauma-informed environment.
Your role is pivotal in ensuring residents feel comfortable and respected while with us.
Key Responsibilities:
• Clean all common areas and washrooms thoroughly
• Disinfect surfaces and clean bedrooms effectively
• Manage kitchen cleaning and waste disposal bi-weekly
• Follow health and safety policies in all cleaning duties
• Report supply needs to supervisors promptly
Requirements:
• High school level education or equivalent
• 1 to 3 years cleaning experience preferred
• Knowledge of cleaning product safety and use
• Independent worker with lifting capabilities
• Completion of WHMIS training is required
Help us maintain an inclusive space that uplifts women and gender-diverse people through your essential cleaning role.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs
What is the minimum wage for cleaning staff jobs in Ontario as of 2026?
As per the Government of Canada, the general minimum wage for cleaning staff in Ontario is $17.75 per hour effective January 1 2026 with overtime at 1.5 times the rate after 44 hours weekly. Cleaning staff in unionized building services must receive this rate plus vacation pay of 4% on gross earnings.
What work permit is required for international applicants seeking cleaning staff jobs in Canada in 2026?
As per Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, international applicants need a valid work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program with a Labour Market Impact Assessment approved before January 2026. Processing takes 8-16 weeks and requires proof of job offer from a Canadian employer registered with the program.
What education and experience are needed to qualify for cleaning staff jobs in Canada?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, no formal education is required but applicants must demonstrate 6 months of paid cleaning experience within the last 3 years. Safe food handling certification is mandatory for roles in healthcare or food facilities starting 2026.
What documents are required when applying for cleaning staff jobs through Service Canada in 2026?
As per the Government of Canada, applicants must submit a completed SIN application, valid passport, and two references from prior employers dated within 12 months. A current police vulnerable sector check issued no earlier than 6 months before the application date is also mandatory.
