Support Services Supervisor - (WHCA) - Jobs in Fergus, ON

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June 18, 2021WELLINGTON HEALTH CARE ALLIANCEGroves Memorial Community Hospital · Louise Marshall Hospital · Palmerston & District HospitalWellington Health Care Alliance is currently accepting applications for one (1) full-time Support Services Supervisor to join our Team. This position will require the employee to work across all three sites. The home site for this position will be Palmerston & District Hospital.Reporting to the Manager, Support Services, this position will provide supervisory, administrative and clerical support for the Food Service, Housekeeping, Laundry/Linen Departments, Materials Management and Porter Services for all three hospital sites.We are:Three rural Hospitals + one integrated management team = Wellington Health Care AllianceEmbarking on a few “small projects” like building a new hospital and medical centre, renovating Emergency and Ambulatory Care departments, while providing top-notch-round-the-clock care to our patientsLocated in Wellington County where staff have the luxury of choosing to live in either a rural or urban settingWe have:One full-time Support Services Supervisor position availableAn open mind for new ideas and methodologiesA team based/supportive approach to workYou will:Play a key leadership role by coaching, mentoring, training, providing direction and ensuring quality of servicesDevelop menus, nutritional analysis, food and supply procurement, and storage and inventory managementCreate and maintain schedules and staff replacements, ministry reporting and administrative duties (i.e. agendas, minutes, etc.)Champion the mission, vision and values while supporting a collaborative work environmentOther duties as assignedYou have:Graduate of a recognized Food Service and Nutrition Management program requiredSafe Food Handlers Certificate requiredActive member of Canadian Society of Nutrition ManagementGraduate of a recognized Healthcare Environmental Services program requiredActive member of the Canadian Association of Environmental Management (CAEM) or Ontario Healthcare Housekeepers Association (OHHA)Previous experience as a supervisor in a Hospital/Health Care Support Services environmentKnowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Health Promotion and Protection-Food Premises Act and regulations, and Infection and Prevention and Control StandardsProficient knowledge of PIDAC Best Practices in Environmental Cleaning in a Healthcare settingDemonstrated expertise in software tools such as MS Office, including Excel and Project, Nutritional software programs, etc.Demonstrated experience in scheduling, change management, reporting, document management and facilitationYou would stand out if you have:Have strong computer/technology skills with extensive experience working a variety of equipment and applicationsEffective communication and conflict management skills with all stakeholder groupsAre high energy and engaging, with demonstrated skill in communicating ideas across a variety of platforms and mediums (e.g. verbal, email, presentations, etc.)Have demonstrated the ability to support, inspire, coach and manage staff through change, with experience in managing conflict, achieving buy-in and collaborating for successful outcomesAre creative, innovative, and flexible; demonstrated ethical practice; excellent critical thinking and decision-making instincts with a “systems view” to problem-solvingAre able to self-start, have fun, work independently, meet timelines, work within a team; strong organizational skills to support the effective prioritization and management of multiple prioritiesHave a valid Ontario Driver’s License & reliable transportationHOURS OF WORK: 37.5 hours per week (hours of work will include working on the weekends)This position may require travel amongst the three hospital sites and therefore a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required.Interested applicants please submit your cover letter and resume on BambooHR at the following link: https://whca.bamboohr.com/jobs/ by 4:00 pm on June 27, 2021.INTERNAL applicants please apply with your work email address.Wellington Health Care Alliance strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, the hospital will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate those candidates with disabilities.Wellington Health Care Alliance is committed to providing and fostering a safe, healthy and respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.