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Vancouver Coastal Health is seeking a temporary onsite Supervisor of Environmental Services in Richmond to lead over sixteen Housekeeping Aides and Lead Hands, organize staff, resources and daily activities to meet established housekeeping standards, manage supplies and expenditures, and act as a liaison with other departments while performing a broad range of cleaning, waste management and safety duties. The role requires Grade 10 plus three years of related experience including at least six months in a supervisory capacity, a valid BC Driver’s License, and the ability to supervise, communicate effectively, organize work and operate related equipment; physical ability and a criminal records check may be required; hours may vary. This is an internal posting; apply via the Internal Career Portal before the closing time. Tips: highlight demonstrated leadership, budget oversight, infection control and a patient and family centered approach, and tailor your resume to reflect VCH values and the job’s operational priorities.
Description
JOB SUMMARY:Within the context of a client and family centered model of care and, in accordance with Vancouver Coastal Health’s (VCH) values, “ We Care for Everyone, We are Always Learning, and We strive for Better Results”, the position promotes a safe and respectful working environment for patients, residents, families, visitors and staff. Reporting to the Manager, the Supervisor supervises over sixteen (16) Housekeeping Aides and Lead Hands, and is responsible for organizing staff, resources, and daily activities to meet established housekeeping standards. Orders, monitors and receives Environmental Services supplies, maintains related reports, monitors expenditures and prepares budget estimates, and acts as a liaison with other departments.Performs a variety of housekeeping duties, such as, but not limited to: damp dusting; dry and wet mopping of floors; floor maintenance and refinishing using appropriate equipment; cleaning & disinfecting ceiling, wall, vent, washroom, bed, furniture and equipment; regular and biomedical waste collection and removal; hazardous spill clean-up; bed-making; and maintaining the overall cleanliness of the facility according to organizational policies, procedures and routines.
QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Grade 10, plus three (3) years’ recent, related experience, including six (6) months' supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.Valid BC Driver’s License as local area travel may be required, and will be noted in the posting.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesAbility to supervise.Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.Ability to deal with others effectively.Ability to organize work.Ability to operate related equipment.The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.
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At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2025.Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date. Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.
