Position Profile Humber River Health. Lighting New Ways In Healthcare. Since opening our doors in 2015 as North America’s first fully digital hospital, we remain unwavering in our belief that we can change the hospital where we work, the community where we live, and the world of healthcare beyond our borders. Serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto, Equity Inclusivity and active participation in the North West Toronto Ontario Health Team are key initiatives important to our Team. At Humber River Health, we use a custom combination of technology and clinical expertise to rebuild elements of care. We make technology work for staff and physicians; giving them more time to spend with patients, to eliminate inefficiencies, and to reduce the chance of errors. Humber River Health is formally affiliated with both the University of Toronto and Queen’s University and committed to becoming a community academic hospital. Clinical Excellence, Optimizing Care through Technology and Community Connection frame our Research Strategy. At Humber River Health, we’re not hoping for a renaissance, we are making it happen. As part of our dynamic team, you can lead the way, as we continue our journey towards high reliability care! Join our Environmental Services team as we work together to create a cleaner, safe work environment and patient care setting for our facility. We are currently seeking an Environmental Attendant to work in our Environmental Services department. Are you a someone with strong housekeeping experience who can work independently? Are you adaptable to changing work routines? If you answered yes to any of the questions above, we invite you to read the details below and apply to this exciting career opportunity and Humber River Health. Employment Status: Full-time Hours of Work: D5W; 7:00 am-3:00 pm, including alternating weekends - subject to change as per Article 3 – Management Rights. Location: Humber River Health, Reactivation Care Centre– Finch Campus (subject to change)Labour Group: NOWUReporting Relationship: Manager, Support ServicesHourly Rate: $27.758 - $28.306 Position Responsibilities: Clean, maintain, dust, and damp mop all assigned areas Dust, wash, and polish furniture and fixtures Clean and vacuum carpets where applicable Gather and dispose of garbage and linen Clean isolation rooms, broken glass and dispose of body fluids Clean stretchers, S/L and wheelchairs Perform any tasks similar to the above that is determined to be necessary to the functioning of the Hospital Understand and comply with Hospital and Departmental Policies and Procedures Seek clarification when unsure of a policy, a procedure or an assignment Follow departmental procedure for signing in & out for the beginning and end of shift via computer Pick up PDA at beginning of shift and return at end of shift Working alone in isolated areas Participate with the orientation and training of new staff members Responsible for identifying own educational needs and communicating them to Management Actively participate in training sessions, meetings or special projects as required Participate in quality control checks as required Uses equipment and supplies in an efficient and appropriate manner Maintain an awareness of department and hospital Quality Assurance and Cont Save inuous Quality Improvement activities, policies and procedures Demonstrate understanding of WHMIS, Disaster, Fire, Search, Bomb-Threat and other emergency procedures Practices good safety habits including wearing/using any required protective clothing or equipment. Reports promptly any accident or incident and co-operates fully in any investigation All employees of HRH share a common responsibility to act in accordance with the commitment to safe and compassionate patient care and a safe and healthy work environment Work in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the regulations including but not limited to: use or wear of equipment or protective devices or clothing for safety purposes, report to their manager any contravention of this Act or regulations or the existence of any hazards of which he or she knows Have knowledge and understanding of the Internal Responsibility System (IRS) in relation to the Occupational Health and Safety Act and attend all required Health and Safety training. Qualifications: Ontario Secondary School diploma, equivalent, or higher education required. Good command of English language essential (reading, verbal and written) Recent housekeeping experience preferred Knowledge and understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (attend training as required) Ability to perform routine duties and to transcribe requests with a high degree of accuracy, often under noisy, busy conditions and time constraints Operating heavy duty equipment ex. Buffer machinery Ability to respond to Code Whites Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 35kg’s) Ability to stand for long periods of time Must be able to perform repetitive bending & reaching Demonstrated ability to be a cooperative and team player Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills Must have a positive attitude and a genuine desire to work in fast pace environment Demonstrated problem solving and organizational skills Ability to work independently with minimal supervision or as a member of a team Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to changing work routines or priorities Excellent attendance and discipline free record required. An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices. Why choose Humber River Health? At Humber River Health, our staff, physicians, and volunteers are lighting new ways in healthcare. We are proud to be recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. We support employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows with our unwavering commitment to Staff, Physician and Volunteer engagement. We are a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and are deeply involved in research and academic collaboration. We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect. Humber River Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. Guided by our strategic direction to embed equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do – and to address systemic barriers – we foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute. We welcome applications from individuals of all equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and seniors. We recognize that diverse identities and perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver safe, innovative and compassionate care. As an equal opportunity employer, Humber River Health complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your needs confidentially. This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Humber River Health.