Housekeeping Laundry Supervisor, Job offer in Milton, Ontario

Reporting to the Director of Environmental Services, the Housekeeping/Laundry Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Housekeeping and Laundry function for the Residence.

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.