Homemaker – Gateway Shelter, Surrey, BC

Date Posted: July 8, 2026

Employer: Lookout Housing and Health Society

Job Summary

The Homemaker reports to the Site Manager and works in accordance with the mission and philosophy of Lookout Housing and Health Society, including following Lookout’s Code of Ethics. The Homemaker performs a variety of cleaning duties ensuring the cleanliness and tidiness of resident and/or shelter rooms and communal areas. This role requires the ability to maintain a clean‑shaven area where a respirator seal contacts the face and to successfully complete annual fit testing for a half‑mask respirator, in alignment with WorkSafeBC and organizational safety requirements.

Schedule

7 days a week; day, afternoon/evening, and overnight shifts, weekdays, weekends, and holidays. Shifts are 7.5 hours in length. Days off are consecutive. Schedule may change with two weeks’ notice. Probationary period: 488 hours with mid and end point reviews.

Remuneration

$23.89 – $25.54 per hour, depending on applicant’s length of seniority (as per the Collective Agreement).

Job Duties

- Clean rooms, change and make beds, do laundry, keep supplies organized and stocked.
- General cleaning, laundry, washing, and disinfecting areas such as walls, windows, ceilings, floors, carpets, air vents, furniture, mattresses, blinds, and washrooms.
- Organize donations and oversee and direct volunteers.




- Assist clientele with personal hygiene and nutrition as needed.
- Maintain alertness during working hours; sleeping during shifts is not permitted.
- Comply with and contribute to all aspects of the health and safety program.

Qualifications and Competence

- Minimum Grade 12 education plus one year of recent related experience, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Current Occupational First Aid Level 1 Certificate.
- Crisis Intervention Skills Training is an asset.
- Ability to work independently or in a team setting.
- Strong organizational skills to manage workload.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Understanding and maintenance of client/worker boundaries.
- Ability to work with disadvantaged and challenging adults in a diverse environment.
- Quick learner and self‑motivated.
- Solid physical and mental ability to perform work tasks.
- Must be able to operate job‑related equipment such as laundry machines.
- Minimum of two years of sobriety if applicant has had concerns related to alcohol and/or drug use.
- Criminal Record Clearance – Vulnerable Sector.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lookout Housing and Health Society is committed to empowering people from different races, genders, ages, religions, identities, and unique experiences. We welcome everyone from diverse backgrounds and encourage them to apply to foster an inclusive environment.

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📌 Homemaker (Surrey)
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