Housekeeping Supervisor at Island Health

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager or designate, performs a variety of supervisory duties such as scheduling, coordinating work assignments and providing orientation, training and instruction to Housekeeping staff members.

Checks, inspects and evaluates work performed by staff to ensure departmental standards of cleanliness, safety and sanitation are met.

Assists Manager with administrative duties such as making recommendations for and monitoring of staffing and operating budgets, participating in development, maintenance and enforcement of departmental policies and procedures, and requisitioning supplies and equipment as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12, plus three years recent, related experience, including six months supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to supervise.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

https://jd.viha.ca/JD1481.pdf