Supervisor Environmental Services

Department: Hkpg & Non-Patient Trans., LHAP
Program: Environmental Services
Status: Temporary Part Time (12 Month Contract)
Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends; 4 and 8 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)
Location: Ajax-Pickering (Primary Site) and Whitby (Secondary Site)
Wage Schedule: $39.090 - $52.130 per hour
File Number: 2600001214

Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Supervisor to join our team. In this position you will have the opportunity to use your extensive knowledge and expertise to help us develop, implement and maintain innovative Environmental Services practices that will meet the current and future needs of Lakeridge Health.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to the Manager Environmental Services, the Supervisor provides leadership and direction to the Environmental Services staff to facilitate the performance of all duties in accordance with Hospital and Service policies and procedures. The Supervisor schedules and assigns employees to their duties; mentors staff; provides training and orientation in all aspects of housekeeping techniques and cleaning policy and procedures including standard precautions and related infection control guidelines; manages handling of wastes, recyclable materials and safe handling of cleaning substances and equipment; conducts task analyses; conducts performance reviews, maintains records according to Hospital Service guidelines; demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning by participating in educational activities; participates in departmental/service quality improvement initiatives; shares the responsibilities of the Manager in his/her absence; other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of OHA Environmental Services Leadership Program or Healthcare Environmental Services Management Certificate;

• Demonstrated experience as a Supervisor in an Environmental Services Program, preferably within a unionized healthcare environment;

• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in modern healthcare housekeeping principles, cleaning techniques and waste management and WHMIS;

• Demonstrated working knowledge of all relevant legislation pertaining to OH&S and infection control;

• Proven knowledge of the CUPE collective agreement;

• Well-developed conflict management/resolution skills;

• Proven time management, prioritization, organization, and problem-solving skills;

• Effective team building skills with demonstrated experience and ability in coaching and motivating staff effectively;

• Demonstrated ability to provide a customer focused approach to service delivery and monitoring and documenting quality improvement and job performance;

• Strong computer skills with Microsoft programs; Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Meditech modules;

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills;

• Proven experience with the Mandexin EasyCall System, preferred;

• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;

• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service education in this area.

At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact recruitment@lh.ca .

Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants.

Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with Lakeridge Health's policies and procedures.

Lakeridge Health thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.