Housekeeping Aide 1 - Repost

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Winnipeg; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health services is seeking dedicated individuals for housekeeping roles. This position involves a variety of cleaning activities across different settings, ensuring a safe and hygienic environment for patients and staff. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of Grade 10 education and prior experience in cleaning. The role requires effective communication skills and adherence to safety procedures. If you are passionate about making a difference in health care and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply and be part of a team that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Flexible Shifts

Training Provided

Workplace Diversity Initiatives

Qualifications

• Previous related experience preferred.
• Minimum Grade 10 education required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for cleaning patient care units, offices, and cafeterias.
• Reports unsafe practices and maintenance needs to the Supervisor.

Skills

Cleaning Activities

Knowledge of Safety Procedures

Communication Skills in English

Indigenous Language Competency

Education

Minimum Grade 10 Education

Tools

Housekeeping Equipment

Job description

Requisition ID: 176044

Position Number: Multiple Positions

Posting End Date: Open Until Filled

City: Winnipeg

Site: Health Sciences Centre

Work Location:
Department / Unit: Housekeeping Org Casuals

Job Stream: Clinical Support

Union: CUPE-FS-SHEOMay

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

FTE: Casual

Anticipated Shift: Days; Evenings; Nights; Weekends

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Salary: $17.068, $17.579, $18.106, $18.651, $19.210, $19.786

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)

• Minimum Grade 10 education, Manitoba standards, required.
• 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 select the "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. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.