Social Services Jobs in Ottawa, Canada (Now Hiring) — 467 open
Villa Marconi Long Term Care Centre
Laundry Aid (65 hrs bi-weekly)
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Entry level
“How do you bring kindness to others every day?” Join us in our journey of kindness where compassion is our language, and kindness is our legacy. We are committed to nurturing a culture of kindness that flour…
Skills: Laundry services, Housekeeping, Communication skills, CPR, First Aid
Job Title: Relay for Life Youth Fundraising Specialist Vacancies: This posting is for (1) new role. Location: Ottawa, ON (Detailed office location information can be found by visiting this link: https://cancer.ca/en/cont…
Skills: Fundraising, Sales, Customer service, Relationship management, Public speaking
About Food Banks Canada At Food Banks Canada, our commitment stretches across the nation, tirelessly supporting and enhancing the work of over 5,500 food banks and community organizations. We invest in, advocate for, and…
Skills: Policy Research, Advocacy, Government Relations, Legislative Analysis, Project Management
Resident Engagement Manager Aspira Bearbrook Retirement Living Rate of Pay: $43,055 - $53,819 This posting is for an existing vacancy At Sienna Senior Living, our commitment to enhancing the daily lives of our residents …
Skills: Leadership, Budget management, Program development, Event planning, Communication
Resident Attendant Retirement Name: Aspira Wildpine Retirement Living Rate of Pay: $19.11 This posting is for an existing vacancy. Schedule: Thurs: 4p-8p Tues: 4p-8p Fri: 4p-8p Sat: 4p-8p Sun: 4p-8p Mon: 4p-8p At Sienna …
Skills: Resident care, First aid, CPR, Food handling, Housekeeping
Overview The YMCA is a charity that has been helping Canadians improve their lives since the first Y opened in 1851. Y programs are offered at more than 1,700 locations across Canada and help more than 2.25 million peopl…
Skills: Aquatics supervision, Lifeguarding, Staff scheduling, Performance management, Staff training
Part Time Activity Assistant - Carlingwood Retirement
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Entry level
Carlingwood Retirement Community - Activity Assistant Part Time - 9am-4pm - $20.94/hr 30 hours bi-weekly Existing Vacancy Riverstone Retirement Communities is a locally owned and operated company. We believe that everyon…
Who We Are Carefor is Eastern Ontario’s largest home care and community support services not-for-profit, with over 1,200 employees operating in Eastern Counties, Ottawa, and Pembroke-Renfrew County. The founding chapter …
Skills: Personal support, Dementia care, Memory care, Client assessment, Documentation
Vacancy Status: Existing Vacancy Branch: Regional Offices Branch (ROB) Employment Type: Indeterminate, Full time Position Linguistic Designation: Bilingual (English, French) Position Global Linguistic Level: C1 Classific…
Skills: Administrative services, Secretarial duties, Clerical responsibilities, Microsoft Word, Spreadsheets
Ontario Native Women's Association (ONWA)
Indigenous Healthy Babies Healthy Children Worker - Temporary
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$50k–$55k/yr
Mid level
Why make ONWA your career choice? Make a difference in the lives of Indigenous peoples by supporting and advocating for positive change. ONWA prides itself on providing all employees with a total rewards package that is …
Skills: Social services, Case management, Home visiting, Crisis support, Advocacy
Wage per hour $19.84 Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care. For over 25 years, we ha…
Skills: Housekeeping, Sanitization, Floor care, Steam cleaning, Communication
Political Action Officer (External Posting) The Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT) is seeking to fill the regular, full-time position of Political Action Officer. CAUT is a progressive labour and professi…
Skills: Government relations, Campaign strategy, Advocacy, Policy analysis, Lobbying
Program : Complex Care - 4 North** POSITION TYPE : Permanent, Full-time, Rotation (Day/Evening), 75 hours / pay period, 1.0 FTE SALARY SCALE : $37.323 to $38.663 per hour CLOSING DATE : 2026 - 08 - 17* Why should I join …
Skills: Nursing care, Medication administration, Wound care, Respiratory care, Patient-centered care
How you will make an impact: You will be responsible for supporting our daily operations with a wide range of tasks such as cleaning, food preparation, serving meals, and dishwashing. Final compensation will be determine…
Skills: Cleaning, Food preparation, Dishwashing, Housekeeping, Meal service
Riverpath Retirement Community - Bus Driver Full Time - $19.19/hr - 56 hours bi-weekly ***F License Required Existing Vacancy Riverstone Retirement Communities is a locally owned and operated company. We believe that eve…
Career Opportunity Internal/ External Wellness Worker Full-Time and Casual On-Call This job posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization. It is the mission of Tungasuvvingat Inuit (TI) to broadly provide In…
Skills: Trauma-informed care, Crisis intervention, De-escalation, Social work, Mental health support
Posting Reason: New Position Location where work is to be performed: Main Campus Session: 2026 Fall Semester | Trimestre d'automne Faculty: Faculté des arts / Faculty of Arts Unit: Department of Communication_Students an…
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Part-time
Competitive wages, Employee perks, Support for personal and professional growth, Employee benefits, Matching RRSP contribution
Posted 7h ago
~33 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Laundry Aide is responsible for laundering residents' personal items and community linens while ensuring adherence to safety and infection control policies. The role also involves actively engaging with residents to support their daily living and reporting any safety concerns to management.
Requirements
Candidates should have previous laundry experience in a hospitality or healthcare setting and a basic understanding of laundry equipment and chemicals. A clear vulnerable sector screen, current TB test results, and strong communication skills are required for this position.
Full job description
“How do you bring kindness to others every day?”
Join us in our journey of kindness where compassion is our language, and kindness is our legacy. We are committed to nurturing a culture of kindness that flourishes within our team. Our valued team members are the heart of our mission and their well-being directly impacts the lives of those in our care.
The Laundry Associate reports to the Environmental Services Manager and is responsible for laundering services of the residents’ personal laundry and the community’s general laundry according to the policies of the community and aligned with but not limited to the Retirement Homes Act. A major part of your role as a Laundry Aide will be to actively involve residents in everyday domestic living.
Responsibilities:
Performs a variety of tasks that may relate to laundry services as per the job routines. This includes but is not limited to laundry sorting, washing, drying, stain removal, labeling, and delivery to the suite,
May include housekeeping services,
Reports any safety or risk concerns immediately to the manager or designate,
Completes mandatory training as scheduled,
Adheres to established department policies, procedures, and objectives regarding quality management, safety, environment, and infection control,
Maintains effective communication with Residents, families, and fellow team members,
Promotes the vision, mission values, as well as the Residents’ Bill of Rights,
Focuses on a person-centered approach while maintaining the organization’s policies and procedures,
Any and all other tasks as assigned
Qualifications:
The qualifications needed to join our family are as follows:
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal,
Current CPR & First Aid Certificate preferred but can be trained,
Knowledge and understanding of the Retirement Homes Act and other applicable legislation,
Familiar with the provisions of the Occupational Health & Safety Act,
Basic understanding of washer and dryer operations and some knowledge of chemicals used in the process,
Previous laundry experience, preferably in hospitality or a retirement home,
Previous employment in a health care/hospitality setting is an asset,
Demonstrated understanding of/empathy for the needs of seniors,
Ability to work from the heart and make others smile,
Ability to make the most of the time you have to provide positive social interactions,
Must have a clear vulnerable sector screen, no older than 6 months, TB test results from less than 6 months old and must be able to provide three supervisory references
What do we offer you?
Competitive wages
Employee perks
Support for personal and professional growth
Employee benefits (only included if specific to the role)
Matching RRSP contribution (only included if specific to the role)
We appreciate all applicants' interest, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
We are committed to inclusion, diversity, and equity in the workplace, and we welcome applications from all persons. Our organization takes the accessibility needs of employees and candidates with disabilities into account during the position summary review process. Employees and candidates are required to notify their Director/Manager/Supervisor or Hiring Manager if they have any accessibility needs, and the organization will work with the employee to address them.
Related keywords
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Frequently asked questions
How many Social Services jobs are open in Ottawa, Canada right now?
There are currently 467 open social services positions in Ottawa, Canada listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.
Which companies are hiring for Social Services roles in Ottawa, Canada?
Companies currently hiring include uOttawa | Carrières - Careers, Claridge Homes | Ottawa Builder, City of Ottawa / Ville d’Ottawa, Carefor Health & Community Services, Cogir Senior Living, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.
Are there remote or hybrid Social Services jobs in Ottawa, Canada?
Yes — 56 of the 467 open social services positions offer remote or hybrid work (9 remote, 47 hybrid).
How do I apply for Social Services jobs in Ottawa, Canada?
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