Housekeeping Aide
❮ back to last search| Location: | Brandon |
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| Company: | Prairie Mountain Health |
| Hours: | Full time |
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Housekeeping Aide
QUALIFICATIONS
* Grade 9 (Manitoba Standards)
* Other combination of education and experience may be considered
* Demonstrated dexterity, and efficient work methods
* Demonstrate organizational skills and the ability to work independently
* Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
* Demonstrated flexibility to facilitate changes in techniques and procedures
* Ability to display independent judgment
* Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population
* Ability to respect and promote confidentiality
* Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Manager, Environmental Services or the Environmental Services Supervisor, the Housekeeping Aide is responsible for performing the following activities according to related policies and procedures and any government regulations and legislation: assists in all aspects of housekeeping services in accordance with established standards, procedures, and infection control guidelines; prioritizes and completes all duties, inspections, and inventory responsibilities within established timeframes and schedules; performs all duties in a manner that enhances patient and workplace safety.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Overview:
Assists in the training and/or orientation of Environmental Services staff and students.
Assumes responsibility for following departmental procedures to ensure consistency and quality of service is maintained throughout the Environmental Services Departments.
Cleans assigned areas in accordance with current established cleaning schedules and infection control guidelines.
Prioritizes and completes extra cleaning duties within established timeframes and in accordance with current cleaning schedule.
Conducts daily tours of areas of responsibility prior to end of shift, inspecting each area for cleanliness.
Ensures all equipment is clean and operating efficiently.
Performs duties of washing, mopping, waxing, vacuuming, polishing, and dusting using appropriate equipment and products.
Cleans bed frames and mattresses as scheduled and required.
Collects waste and washes waste receptacles.
Clean and maintain housekeeping carts including restocking.
Restocks supplies in all areas, as assigned and required.
Assists with inventory procedures.
Assists/participates in department quality control audits and procedures.
Sundry duties as assigned.
JOB INFORMATIONs
Close Date:
Apr 26, 2024 4:00 PM EFT1.00
Employment Status:
Full Time Term Start Date: 1st July 2024: End Date:16th August 2024 NOTE:
Anticipated Shift
Evenings
Anticipated shift length:
7.75 hour shifts
Wage Rate:
As per collective agreement
Department:Environmental Services
Site:Brandon Regional Health Centre
Additional Sites:Location / Home Base:Brandon
HR Posting Number: BHCSS241755
Posting Date: Apr 19, 2024
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How often are vacancies posted?
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External applicants
External application form
Resume
Cover Letter (optional)
Proof of all required credentials as listed in the job description (ie: certificates, etc) and
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Internal applicants (have a valid employee number)
Internal application form
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Do I need to complete more than one application if I am interested in more than one opportunity?
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interview process can take up to 1 hours if more components are involved
This position is subject to a Criminal Records Check (including vulnerable sector), Adult Abuse Registry Check, and a Child Abuse Registry Check.
The successful candidate will be responsible for any services charges incurred.
If you are currently employed by PMH, please utilize the internal application form. If you are not employed by PMH, please utilize the external application form.
In order to be considered for the position, both internal and external applicants must submit a current resume with their application form.
If you are an external applicant, please include three work related references with this application. They must be from persons who are not related to
you, and who have direct knowledge of your past work performance.
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PMH has an Indigenous Human Resources initiative and is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of our workforce.
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to voluntarily self identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter and/or within their application form.
We thank all applicants that apply but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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