Environmental Services Representative

Status - Permanent Part-Time - Temporary - Approximate length of assignment, in months - Type of Position - a Replacement - Start Date - Immediate - Salary - Per hour - Salary Grade - $25.07 - $27.25 - Department - York Region -> Community & Health Services -> Paramedic and Seniors Services - Location - Maple Housekeeping - 10424 Keele Street - Maple, ON L6A 2L1 CA (Primary) - Job Description (E) **ABOUT US** Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada - and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources. **WHAT WE OFFER** Consistently named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace - aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls. - **Defined Benefit Pension Program** - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions. - **Employer of Choice** - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations. - **Benefits and Wellness** - Employees and their loved ones have access to a comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan that includes extended health, dental and life insurance, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. - **Inclusive and Diverse Workforce** - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership. **ABOUT THE ROL** Reporting to the Supervisor, Support Services, and under the guidance and direction of the Environmental Services Team Leader, maintains the facility in a clean, orderly condition to provide a safe, pleasant environment for the residents, staff and visitors to the facility in accordance with Ministry of Health LTC Standards, Health Protection & Promotions Act, The Occupational Health & Safety Act and Departmental Policy. Transports residents, furnishings, laundry and equipment throughout the facility; washes and sorts residents personal laundry, as assigned. **WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING** - Performs cleaning assignments as outlined in the Housekeeping Manual to include daily, weekly, monthly and special tasks. - Maintains floors throughout the LTC Facility (residents rooms, halls, lounges, dining areas, stairwells, washrooms/bathing areas, chapel, offices, etc.) Dust mop, damp washes using a germicidal solution, strips and seals refinishes as necessary. Vacuums carpets regularly and shampoos carpets as necessary. - Washes walls and ceilings of resident rooms as required; washes residents' lockers with germicidal solution as required; washes internal windows throughout the LTC Facility as required. - Assists in the re-location of residents throughout the facility including the moving of furnishings. - Sets up tables, chairs, equipment for special events including events outside of the facility. - Picks up soiled laundry and delivers to storage areas to be shipped out to laundry service provider. Assists the Environmental Services Team Leader with C.Q.I. activities.**WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR** - Successful completion of a Secondary School Diploma or approved equivalent. - Minimum two (2) years experience in a housekeep¬ing department of a long term health care facility, hospital or other large institutional environment. - Knowledge and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer focus, communication, collaboration and personal ownership. - Council Approval Date - Scheduled Weekly Hours - 14 Hours - Scheduled Shifts - Operational Hours - Close Date - # of Hires Needed - 1 - Union - CUPE 905 Long Term Care - .