Company Overview
Keystone Child, Youth & Family Services is a dedicated non-profit organization committed to providing free help and support to children, youth, and families in Bruce and Grey Counties since 1974. Our mission is to build better futures through compassionate, responsive services that emphasize listening, partnerships, and creativity.
Building Futures Together
Responsive, compassionate services for children, youth, and families to build better and more hopeful futures.
Facilities Assistant – ( New Classification)
Internal/ External Job Posting #26-05 – 1 Position Available at 0.5 FTE or 17.5 hours/week
About Keystone:
Keystone Child, Youth & Family Services is a not-for-profit organization and the designated Lead Agency for Children’s Mental Health in Grey and Bruce Counties. Since 1974, we have supported children, youth, and families through compassionate, responsive mental health services. We provide a full range of supports, including counselling, prevention and well-being programs, short-term live-in treatment, crisis stabilization, youth justice services, and special needs programming. Through coordinated access, we ensure children and youth receive individualized, multi-disciplinary care to meet their unique needs!
Position Overview:
The Facilities Assistant supports the day-to-day functioning and upkeep of Keystone Child, Youth & Family Services’ facilities, reporting to the Operations Coordinator to ensure all sites are safe, clean, organized, and operational. This hands-on role contributes to the maintenance and care of buildings, grounds, and shared spaces across multiple locations, assisting with general repairs, cleaning, set-ups and teardowns, seasonal outdoor maintenance, material transport, and ongoing organization of storage and office areas. The position is responsive and varied, helping to address immediate facility needs while also supporting planned upkeep and improvement projects, ensuring Keystone spaces remain functional, welcoming, and well-maintained for staff, clients, and visitors!
Key Responsibilities
Facilities Maintenance & Upkeep:
· Support daily cleanliness, upkeep, and general maintenance of all Keystone sites
· Conduct routine building checks (morning/evening) to ensure sites are secure and identify maintenance needs
· Assist with repairs, painting, and renovations as needed
Cleaning, Supplies & Site Readiness:
· Support cleaning and preparation of offices, program rooms, and shared spaces
· Set up and tear down furniture and equipment for meetings, programs, and events as needed
· Refill and maintain supplies (dispensers, air purifiers, washrooms, etc.)
· Remove garbage and recycling to designated bins
Grounds & Seasonal Maintenance:
· Assist with seasonal outdoor maintenance including lawn care, raking, plant beds, and general grounds upkeep
· Maintain roof drains by clearing debris as needed
· Support winter maintenance including snow removal, salting, and maintaining safe access points
Logistics, Transport & Moves:
· Transport materials between sites and complete dump runs as required
· Support office moves and relocation of furniture and equipment
· Assist with event logistics, including transport and setup of materials (e.g., tents, furnishings)
Organization & Operational Support:
· Support organization and maintenance of storage rooms, file areas, and shared spaces
· Assist with ongoing decluttering and system improvements across sites
· Respond to operational needs across sites and staff requests as required
· Work collaboratively across sites to support overall facility operations and adapt to shifting priorities
Health & Safety / Compliance Support:
· Support adherence to organizational health and safety standards and safe work practices across all sites
· Assist the Operations Coordinator with administrative and compliance-related tasks (e.g., documentation, tracking, filing, and record maintenance)
· Help ensure safe, accessible, and hazard-free environments for staff, clients, and visitors
· Report, document, and escalate safety concerns, incidents, and compliance issues as required
Qualifications:
· Min High school diploma
· Valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle and driver’s abstract required
· Age requirement for Keystone Vehicle Insurance is 25 yrs of Age
· Vulnerable Sector Check required (or willingness to obtain)
· Previous experience in facilities, maintenance or a related hands-on support role is an asset
· Basic knowledge of general repairs, maintenance, or handywork considered an asset
· Able to perform manual tasks including lifting, moving equipment, and completing outdoor work in varying conditions – lifting up to 50 pounds required.
· Ability to work effectively in a professional environment supporting diverse operational needs
Role Information:
This is an in-person role based in Owen Sound.
Start Date: ASAP
Apply with Resume to: Human Resources at [email protected]
Internal Date Posted: May 11, 2026
Internal Closing Date: May 18, 2026
*Posted externally until filled
Why Keystone?
At Keystone, we’re on a mission to care for our team as our team takes care of our community! Here’s what you can expect when you join us:
· Comprehensive Health benefits package to support your health and well-being
· HOOPP pension plan - a plan
· Minimum 18 Days’ Vacation (pro-rated to FTE)
· Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
· Professional development and training throughout the year, including ongoing training to advance your skills, Professional Development
· Opportunities for growth within a supportive, multidisciplinary environment
· A passionate, purpose-driven team that values connection, collaboration, and of course the occasional team lunch!
· The chance to make an impact — every day, your work helps strengthen children, youth, and families across Grey and Bruce Counties!
· Pay Scale: OPSEU (aligned with the Admin Support 1) as of April 1st, 2026. Starting rate depending on Experience and progression based on CA:
Accommodation:
We are dedicated to creating an accessible organization, fully compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will work to meet your needs. Accommodation is available upon request throughout the application process. For any accommodation requests, please contact our Human Resources Department.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: $23.11-$24.99 per hour
Expected hours: 17.5 per week
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Application question(s):
- Are you legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring sponsorship now or in the future?
- This role is fully in-person in Owen Sound, 5 days per week. Are you able to reliably commute to Owen Sound every day?
- Do you currently hold a valid full G driver’s license?
Work Location: In person
