Victoria

British Columbia

389 live openings

Responsibilities

• Provides all aspects of environmental cleaning in assigned work areas.
• Following standardized procedures, is responsible to ensure daily the neatness and cleanliness of residents’ rooms, offices and common areas including, but not limited to, rooms and equipment including: furniture, closets, windows, walls, floors, shower and tub rooms, washrooms, reception area, break rooms, etc.
• Prepares room for new occupant following prescribed procedures to ensure tour ready at all times.
• Using specified cleaning/disinfecting/sanitizing agents, maintains optimal levels of infection control within the work area.
• Working knowledge of operational policies and procedures, and objectives regarding quality improvement, safety, and infection control protocols, and legislative and regulatory standards.
• Participates in multidisciplinary committee work, team member meetings and all mandatory and pertinent in-services sessions as required.
• Supports and participates in quality initiatives by providing input and suggestions for improvement, reporting feedback to immediate supervisor.
• Check that supplies are adequate in housekeeping and equipment is in proper working order before commencing daily routine. Report any shortages, equipment concerns or over use of supplies to manager.
• Collect and dispose of garbage in a safe and sanitary manner.
• Put stock and supplies away on delivery as required.
• Clean, sanitizes, and performs duties, including but not limited to: routine, deep, terminal and discharge cleaning, floor cleaning and maintenance, and waste management according to schedules.
• Participates in an effective orientation and performance management process in accordance with organization standards for all team members within the housekeeping department.
• Maintains personal accountability for completion of monthly audits as assigned.
• Knows and interprets MOHLTC legislation, regulation and process.
• Contributes to the implementation of processes and systems to ensure compliance to all standards on an ongoing basis.
• Knowledgeable of the Residents’ Bill of Rights and ensures privacy while carrying out cleaning duties.
• Work in accordance with the organization’s Health and Safety Policies and Procedures and in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Current WHMIS Certificate.
• Previous Housekeeping experience required.
• Previous experience in Institutional Cleaning/Laundry in a long-term care setting is desirable.
• Knowledge related to infection control, cleaning practices, housekeeping operations and equipment
• Ability to read, write English and follow written instructions.
• Ability to effectively communicate with residents and team members.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Effective verbal and written English communication skills required. EDUCATION: High School diploma or equivalent WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Interaction with male and female residents of all ethnic and cultural backgrounds;
• Combination of natural light and fluorescent lighting;
• Exposure to the elements (external building and property);
• Exposure to variable temperatures both hot and cold;
• Lifting alone and with assistance;
• Pushing/pulling content;
• Crouching, kneeling, stooping/bending for short periods of time;
• Walking and climbing stairs frequently;
• Standing for long periods of time;
• Engagement and/or exposure to various therapy programs focused on providing residents with the highest quality of life in our Homes including but not limited to pet therapy, spiritual events and musical therapy.