Housekeeping/Laundry Supervisor, Job offer in Grimsby, Ontario

Job description

Key Responsibilities

To act as a liaison with suppliers;
To be responsible for verifying receipt of goods against purchase orders;
To be responsible for budget and purchasing for the department;
To fulfill necessary administration duties including staffing and scheduling department resources;
To recruit, train and performance manage housekeeping personnel;
To be responsible for orientation of new personnel;
To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it;
To attend in-service education in order to keep informed of current trends in the total care of the elderly;
To participate in team meetings to plan programs with the resident's interests in mind;
To participate in the Quality Improvement Program;
To participate in Multi-Disciplinary Quality Assurance/Risk Management Programs;
To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);
To uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Revera’s Code of Conduct;
To complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Must be enrolled or certified in a Housekeeping program recognized provincially. (OHA / OHHA)
Previous experience in a Retirement Residence / Long-Term Care setting
Knowledge & experience with standard institutional cleaning techniques
Previous experience in commercial / residential cleaning and laundry operations
Leadership skills and experience managing a team
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills, as well as flexibility, interpersonal skills and creativity
Current & maintenance of CPR certification is required
Experience in ORCA accreditation is considered an asset
Must diligently pursue the goal of providing quality care while maintaining high standards of service
Knowledge and experience with computer usage and Microsoft office applications
Must have knowledge of WSIB and WHMIS
Cost control experience is considered an asset
Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset
Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.