Other Opportunities: Environmental Service Worker (Part-Time)

Reference #	00864
Posted	Thursday, October 24th, 2024 at 12:00am
Scope	Public Applications Accepted
Position	Environmental Service Worker
Department	Environmental Services
Term	Part-Time
Pay	$27.64 - $29.34 hourly as per the CUPE Collective Agreement
Application Deadline	Wednesday, October 30th, 2024 at 12:00am

VALUES AND COMMITMENT

At Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH), our shared purpose is People First, and our core values of Integrity, Quality, Respect, Compassion and Teamwork are at the centre of who we are and what we do. We remain committed to sustaining an experienced workforce that reflects Northumberland Hills Hospital’s dedication to recognising everyone’s contributions and respecting everyone’s dignity, unique experience, and potential.

EQUITY AND ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

Northumberland Hills Hospital remains respectful of all protected rights, in line with the grounds laid out by the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we welcome applications from all qualified applicants and interests from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous People of North America, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

We strive to make our entire hiring process as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants if needed. For any hiring related accommodation needs and/or requests please email us via careers@nhh.ca.

LOCATION

Located approximately 100 kilometres east of Toronto, NHH is a vibrant community hospital delivering a broad range of acute, post-acute, outpatient and diagnostic services. Directly serving a growing population of more than 60,000 residents spread across a mix of urban and rural settings, NHH directly employs approximately 750 people and relies on the additional support provided by a highly engaged and supportive network of physicians, midwives and volunteers.

ROLE OVERVIEW

Under the direction of the Supervisor, Environmental Services, the Environmental Service Worker supports patient care through the maintenance of a clean, safe and well-organized environment, the maintenance of supplies and equipment.

This is a part time, evening position (4pm-8pm) and is guarenteed 40-hours biweekly. 

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

Required

• Minimum grade 12 education
• Previous experience working in a institutional environment required
• Capable of learning new techniques, policies and procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively with all clients including patients and families
• See Physical Demands Analysis for specific physical requirements
• Knowledge of WHMIS, CQI, and Sanitation Codes/Hygiene.
• Ability to concentrate for long periods of time while completing data entry
• Walking and standing for prolonged periods of time.
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Able to push heavy carts (linen, garbage, cleaning carts) and move furniture
• Repetitive arm and hand movements.
• Ability to work with various cleaning agents
• Ability to work in a hot environment and possibly outdoors
• Perform duties according to necessary safety precautions/procedures to prevent possible exposure to disease, infection, chemical, physical and mechanical hazards
• Is subject to cleaning via ladders
• Able to work independently as well as a team member
• Follows safe and healthy work practices and maintains a safe and healthy work environment through attendance at educational programs, training in Smart Moves program, use of established reporting mechanisms for injuries, illness and hazards and adherence to health and safety related policies and procedures

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Successful applicants are required provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector criminal reference check, that was complete less than one year from the date of hire. This requirement must be met within the first sixty (60) days of employment.

Additionally, to the above, successful applicants are also required to complete the Health Care Worker Health review process which includes providing an up-to-date immunization record to ensure compliance with the Ontario Hospital Association Communicable Diseases Surveillance Protocols within the first thirty (30) days of employment. Northumberland Hills Hospital operates a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for all staff.

Northumberland Hills Hospital may choose to conduct parts/all the hiring process virtually. Furthermore, we are a scent-free environment.  When attending the hospital kindly refrain from wearing strongly scented fragrances.

While we thank all those that express interest in this exciting position; kindly note that due to high volumes of interests, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.