Housekeeping Aide 1 - Repost

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Manitoba is seeking a casual housekeeping staff member to maintain cleanliness in various settings including patient care units and offices. The role includes ensuring safety compliance and best practices in housekeeping procedures. Candidates with knowledge of Indigenous customs will be prioritized, and training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Competency in English and knowledge of Indigenous customs preferred.
• Previous related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for cleaning patient care units and other assigned areas.
• Adheres to safety and health regulations.

Skills

English proficiency

Knowledge of Indigenous customs

Education

Housekeeping training

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Job Stream: Clinical Support

Union: CUPE-FS-SHEOMay

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

FTE: Casual

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centred clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.

Position Overview

Under the general direction of the Supervisor and following a written assignment, the incumbent is responsible for a variety of cleaning activities. Areas of assignment may include: patient care units, residences, cafeterias, offices, laboratories, locker room areas and corridors. Duties/responsibilities may also include keeping entrances free of litter, ice and snow, and assisting with flood cleanup and post construction cleanup.

Uses all equipment and products in accordance with Housekeeping procedures, and adheres to all safety and health regulations and safe work practices.

Reports to the Supervisor and/or Customer Representative all unsafe practices, maintenance repairs required to buildings or building systems, deficiencies in housekeeping project service, and changes in occupancy and utilization of assigned work areas which may require increased or decreased levels of Housekeeping services.

Ensures proper use and knowledge of all equipment and products in accordance with Housekeeping procedures.

Experience

• Previous related experience preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Classroom and on-the-job training provided by Housekeeping.

Qualifications and Skills

• Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values.
• Must be able to read and speak English effectively.

Physical Requirements

• Position involves walking, bending, stretching, and lifting/carrying/moving moderately heavy weights.
• Exposed to chemical substances, moisture, odour, noise, vibration, dust grime and interruptions.
• May be exposed to inadequate lighting, inadequate ventilation, radiation, infectious diseases, smoke, battery acid and temperature extremes.
• Usual safety procedures and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be taken to avoid work injury.
• Has contact with patients, visitors and staff.

The Collective Agreement this position is covered under, is identified by the Union noted above. As a result of The Health Sector Bargaining Unit Review Act, the bargaining agent for this position may differ from the Union identified. In the event you have any questions, please contact your site Human Resources Department.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

Interested candidates should selectthe "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodationsare available upon request during the assessment and selection process.