Environmental Services Supervisor - Environmental Services

Ocean State Job Lot; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Environmental Services Supervisor to lead a team in a healthcare setting. This role involves overseeing staffing, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and providing exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to transforming mental health care and making a meaningful impact in the community. If you have a passion for healthcare and a knack for team management, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of supervisory experience in a unionized healthcare setting.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise recruitment and performance monitoring of staff.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and protocols.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Customer Service Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Team Building

Conflict Resolution

Decision Making

Bilingualism (French/English)

Education

Grade 12 Education

Professional Healthcare Housekeepers’ Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

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Through its core values of Courage, Respect and Excellence, CAMH is implementing its Strategic Plan: Connected CAMH, to transform lives, ignite innovation and discovery, revolutionize education and drive social change. CAMH is more than a hospital, it is a cause. CAMH is on a mission to change the way society thinks about and responds to mental illness. They aim to eliminate prejudice and discrimination and shape a world where mental illness is central to our healthcare system – a world where Mental Health is Health.

The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is seeking a full-time, temporary (12 months) Environmental Services Supervisor. Reporting to the Manager of Environmental Services, the Environmental Services Supervisor will be responsible for human resources functions such as the recruitment of Environmental Service Attendants, participation in ongoing monitoring of staff performance and the discipline process. You will assist in preparing and maintaining the schedule for staffing and supporting the payroll process. You will participate in education and staff training, when required, as well as participate in departmental quality improvement programs and Strategic Planning.

You will provide input related to staffing levels, assist in preparation and control of departmental budgets; conduct computerized continuous quality improvement audits and coordinate all applicable training as required. You will update work routines; conduct orientation training and in-service training on policies, work procedures, and demonstrate safe operation and maintenance of specialized cleaning equipment. You will conduct safety audits and ensure staff comply with safety procedures and protocols as well as enforce WHMIS regulations and guidelines as they relate to the Health and Safety Act. You will ensure compliance of Provincial Infectious Diseases Advisory Committee (PIDAC) best practices for environmental cleaning and work closely with Infection Control teams. It is essential that you provide excellent customer service, administer the collective agreement and act on behalf of management in case of grievances. You will be required to provide leadership and knowledge in handling emergency (code) situations; maintaining material and supply inventory, responsible for waste management programs and training. You will coordinate building and equipment repairs as required with the maintenance department and/or outside vendors. You will support a workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and effectively communicates. The successful incumbent will need to work weekends and statutory holidays. This position is an evening shift position at the Queen Street site.

The successful candidate will possess a Grade 12 education. Completion of, or enrollment in, Professional Healthcare Housekeepers’ certificate is required. Member in good standing of the Ontario Healthcare Housekeepers’ Association is also required. You must have a minimum of 3-5 years supervising staff in a unionized health care setting. Experience at a large mental health or addictions hospital is preferred. Demonstrated experience in strategic planning and developing goals as well as meeting deadlines/timeframes is essential. Strong customer service skills; communication, problem solving, coaching, decision making, team-building and conflict resolution skills are required. This position also requires a positive, helpful attitude and excellent interpersonal skills. Strong leadership skills and proven ability to make decisions quickly and deal professionally with a diverse group of patients and staff is essential. Working knowledge of computers, Internet, and the ability to navigate within a variety of software packages such as Excel, Word or related programs is required. You must be able to effectively communicate work instructions and expectations to staff (verbal and written) and monitor quality of work. Bilingualism (French/English) or proficiency in a second language would be an asset.

Salary Range: Competitive salary and benefits package.

CAMH is a fully affiliated teaching hospital and research institute of the University of Toronto. As a CAMH employee, you will contribute to our mission by supporting teaching, research, and clinical care across the hospital.

CAMH is dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment is to foster a workplace, teaching, and learning environment that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination or harassment.

CAMH strongly encourages applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples; Black and other racialized communities; LGBTQ2S+ communities; women; and people with disabilities, including those with lived experience of mental health and substance use challenges.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Thank you to all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require accommodations during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.

CAMH is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace that is free from any form of discrimination and harassment. We actively encourage individuals from equity-deserving communities, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit, racialized communities, LGBTQ2S+ communities, women, and people with disabilities (including those who have experienced mental health and substance use challenges) to apply for our available positions. We appreciate the interest of all applicants and wish to ensure that all candidates have an equitable opportunity. If you require any accommodations during the interview process, please inform us.