REPOST 1.0 Lead Hand Housekeeping - Jobs in Winnipeg region

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Requisition ID: 344222 Posting End Date: Open until FilledCity: WinnipegSite: Golden Links Lodge Personal Care HomeWork Location: Golden Link Lodge Personal Care HomeDepartment / Unit: Housekeepingamp; LaundryUnion: CUPEAnticipated Start Date: As soon as possible FTE: 1.0 Anticipated Shift: Days Daily Hours Worked: 7.75Annual Base Hours: 2015Salary: $19.312Grow your career in the Winnipeg Health Region! Our team provides a spectrum of health care services through an integrated network of sites, services and organizations. We’re united by a shared commitment to excellent and equitable health care.Faites progresser votre carrière dans la Région sanitaire de Winnipeg! Notre équipe offre une gamme étendue de services de soins de santé par le biais d’un réseau intégré de sites, de services et d’organismes. Nous sommes unis par un engagement commun en faveur de l’excellence et de l’équité des soins de santé.POSITION CLASSIFICATIONLead Hand – Housekeeping and LaundryHoursMonday to Friday 0700 to 1515Salary$19.312 per hourACCOUNTABILITY RELATIONSHIPManager of Support ServicesPOSITION SUMMARY:Under the direction of the Manager of Support Services is responsible for ensuring day-to-day housekeeping and laundry functions are performed in an appropriate and safe manner.Ensures all safety and other requirements are maintained in the performance of duties, including Manitoba Health Standards for Personal Care Homes:

• Works within the framework of the Golden Links Lodge’s Mission, Vision and Values, and in accordance with its policies and procedures.
• Respects Residents Rights at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS1.Education and Experience

• Successful completion of Grade 12 education according to Manitoba Provincial Standards, or equivalent.
• Two (2) years Housekeeping and Laundry experience a Long Term Care setting (or commercial cleaning experience with similar responsibilities) required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of WHMIS guidelines and interpretation of MSDS sheets required.Adheres to safety principles.
• Demonstrated knowledge of safe operation and handling of cleaning equipment required.
• Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills, with ability to adapt to changing needs and requirements required.
• Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions and regulations applicable to healthcare Housekeeping and Laundry required.
• Basic computer knowledge in Microsoft Office required.

2. Other

• Ability to read, write, comprehend and speak fluent English is required.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Good physical and mental health to meet the requirements of the position, including the ability to climb ladders and work from same.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Clean, neat appearance, in accordance with GLL dress code.
• All hires require a Criminal Record and Adult Abuse Registry check.
• All hires require a Criminal Record and Adult Abuse Registry Check.
• Able to accept and provide constructive criticism and direct others.
• Understands and respects Residents’ rights and privacy.
• Presents a courteous, cooperative and professional manner to both Residents and Staff while performing duties.
• Promotes a homelike atmosphere within Golden Links Lodge.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:The responsibilities and duties of the Lead Hand include, but are not limited to:1. Lead Hand Responsibilities

• Responsible for ordering and maintaining sufficient quantities of supplies for Housekeeping and Laundry in a fiscally responsible manner.
• Participates in the development and revision of Golden Links Lodge Policy and Procedures related to the Housekeeping and Laundry departments, including those related to the WHMIS program.
• Under the direction of the Manager of Support Services, ensures that all MSDS sheets are current and that WHMIS symbols are placed on potentially dangerous substances throughout Golden Links Lodge.

• Replaces relief staff in the event of illness or absence of an employee as needed. Ensures time sheet information is submitted in an accurate and timely manner to meet established payroll deadlines.
• Ensures time sheet information is submitted in an accurate and timely manner to meet established payroll deadlines.
• Coordinates work flow, providing direction to Housekeeping and Laundry staff.Has input on performance conversations for Housekeeping and Laundry staff, recommending training and remedial action as necessary.
• Maintains competency level by attending staff meetings, in-service programs or seminars as required.
• Participates in the Golden Links Lodge Quality and Risk Management Program, including the completion of audits and participates on various related committees.
• Ensures cleaning deficiencies are identified and corrected.
• Prepares and provides reports or statistical information as required.
• Demonstrated knowledge regarding the safe use of and maintenance of cleaning carts, vacuums, floor polishers, carpet cleaner, auto scrubber, mop systems, window washing wands, washers, dryers, heat sealer (clothing labeling) and other related equipment for both housekeeping and laundry purposes. Orientates staff to use of all departmental equipment, and monitors safe use of same.
• Completes Work Request Forms for maintenance to assess and repair departmental equipment as required.
• Participates in orientation and training of Housekeeping and Laundry staff.Demonstrates correct procedures to staff as required.
• Participates in Golden Links Lodge Emergency Response Plans.
• Ensures the Evacuation Kits for each floor is current and complete.

2. Delivery of Housekeeping Services

• Performs daily cleaning duties in facility according to established routines and procedures.
• Performs thorough cleaning of rooms prior to new admissions and/or transfers.
• Performs specialized cleaning duties/projects as necessary according to established routines and procedures i.e. general carpet cleaning, upholstery shampooing, floor scrubbing, etc.
• Maintains cleaning cart and related equipment in a safe, organized manner according to established routines and procedures.
• Replenishes hand soap and paper supplies on a daily basis.
• Movement of furniture and other articles to facilitate cleaning routines.
• Bed making and tidying Resident rooms on a daily basis.
• Collect and bag linen for dispersal to the appropriate areas.

3. Resident Care Services

• Orders, stocks and delivers incontinence supplies as needed to units.
• May be required to provide the following assistance to Residents:
• Responds to call lights; obtains assistance for Residents as required.
• Assists Residents with activities of daily living that may include:
  • Serving and clean-up of meals and nourishments
  • Transporting Residents
  • Intervenes as required to ensure safety of Residents.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

• Required to work with a minimum of supervision after initial direction.
• Receives direction verbally and/ or in writing (memos, emails, etc.) and through established work routines and schedules, policies, and procedures.

OTHER

• Provides regular communication with the Manager of Support Services and co-workers as it relates to daily departmental activities, projects and long-term goals of the Department.
• Demonstrates respect for Residents, their family members/ visitors and belongings required at all times.
• Works as part of the Golden Links Lodge interdisciplinary team.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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.Le poste exige une vérification satisfaisante du casier judiciaire (y compris une vérification de l’habilitation à travailler auprès de personnes vulnérables), du registre des enfants maltraités et du registre des adultes maltraités comme conditions d’emploi. La candidate ou le candidat retenu devra assumer les frais de service engagés, s’il y a lieu. Une vérification de sécurité est jugée à jour si elle a été obtenue au plus tard six (6) mois avant le début de l’emploi.Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions across the WRHA legal entity that combine to equal more than 1.0 EFT. The WRHA legal entity includes Churchill Health Centre, Deer Lodge Centre, Grace Hospital, Middlechurch Home of Winnipeg, Pan Am Clinic, River Park Gardens, Victoria General Hospital, WRHA corporate programs, and WRHA community health services.Veuillez noter qu’il est interdit qu’un employé ou une employée ait deux postes ETP ou plus, équivalant à un taux combiné de plus de 1,0, dans toute l’entité légale de l’ORSW (Centre Deer Lodge, Hôpital Grace, Centre des sciences de la santé, Middlechurch Home of Winnipeg, River Park Gardens, Hôpital Victoria, programmes administratifs de l’ORSW, services de santé communautaire de l’ORSW).Interviewed candidates may be called upon to participate in a skills assessment.On peut demander aux candidat(e)s qui sont convoqué(e)s à une entrevue de participer à une évaluation des compétences.Any application received after the closing time will not be included in the competition.Toute demande d’emploi et tout CV reçus après la date de tombée ne seront pas considérés dans le concours.We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.Nous serons heureux de recevoir les candidatures de personnes handicapées. Des accommodements peuvent être faits, à la demande, pendant le processus d’évaluation et de sélection.