Lead Hand Housekeeping

Summary

***As Providence Health Care prepares for the opening of the New St. Paul's Hospital, some aspects of this position may evolve during the transition period. While the overall nature of the role is expected to remain substantially the same, operational requirements may result in adjustments to scheduling, FTE, unit assignment, site or other operational details.***

 

JOB SUMMARY:Under the direction of the Supervisor, Housekeeping, the Lead Hand provides work direction to 5 to 16 Housekeeping Aides and is responsible for the completion of their work. The Lead Hand also carries out a variety of light and heavy cleaning duties. Performs daily cleaning and disinfecting of all high contact elements and surfaces as well as discharge cleaning and disinfecting of in-patient and resident rooms. Replenishes supplies and maintains related equipment in accordance with established procedures. Transports linens, equipment and furniture using appropriate equipment.QUALIFICATIONS:EducationGrade 10 plus two years' recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.Skills and AbilitiesAbility to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to deal with others effectively. Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position. Ability to organize work. Ability to operate related equipment.As Lead Hand, directs and coordinates a variety of housekeeping and cleaning work assignments and ensures completion of assignments; provides input to employee performance evaluations; and provides input into training and orientation requirements.Performs routine cleaning and disinfecting of areas such as patient/resident rooms, and ambulatory, clinical, procedure, operating, diagnostic and emergency rooms, including all elements within these areas such as floors, stairways, walls, windows, and ceilings. Performs daily cleaning and disinfecting of all high contact elements and surfaces such as patient equipment, toilets, sinks, furniture, doors, and dispensers.Replenishes dispenser supplies such as paper towel, toilet paper, liquid hand soap, lotion, and alcohol-based hand rub.Performs discharge cleaning and disinfecting of in-patient and resident rooms including stripping and making beds, and tidying items. Transports soiled linen to pick up location.Transports and/or moves items such as equipment and furniture using appropriate equipment.Performs daily floor care and carpet cleaning and maintenance such as dust checking and mopping floors, vacuuming, spot cleaning carpet and matting with appropriate equipment.Maintains related equipment by cleaning, lubricating and replacing items such as pads, bags and filters.Empties and cleans waste containers and transports waste for disposal in compactor and/or incinerator.Reports malfunctioning equipment and furniture as well as supply needs to the Supervisor.Reports hazards, unusual occurrences, accidents and unsafe situations to the Supervisor or designate.Performs other related duties as required.

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The hours of work, including start and stop times, days off, work area and work site may be subject to change consistent with operations requirements and applicable provisions of the Collective Agreement and statutes. **Testing may be required. ***A criminal record check may be required