Environmental Service Aide ( Cleaner)

Cornwall Community Hospital (CCH) is an acute care hospital located in Cornwall, Ontario along the scenic St. Lawrence River. CCH provides a full range of acute inpatient, outpatient and community mental health services to a catchment area of 100,000 people from the communities of Cornwall, the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry and to the Mohawk community of Akwesasne.
With 186 beds, 1320 employees and 180 physicians, CCH offers a wide range of care and services. These include emergency, surgical, medicine and rehabilitation services, mental health and addiction programs as well as a family birthing centre.
At Cornwall Community Hospital (CCH), we are committed to Exceptional Care. Always.
Our mission is: Our team collaborates to provide exceptional people-centered care.
Our work is guided by our ICARE values - Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Engagement - and three strategic directions:

• Recovery - Improving access to care, supporting innovation, and maintaining high standards for safety and quality
• People – Supporting staff well-being, building a strong and inclusive team, and listening to patients, clients, and care partners
• Integration – Working with partners to improve how care is delivered across the health system

Successful candidates will reflect these values in their work and contribute to our mission by delivering safe, compassionate, respectful, and high-quality care and services in a collaborative environment.

This position is for an existing vacancy. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in the recruitment and selection process.

Summary of responsibilities

Complete cleaning of the interior of the Hospital including patient rooms, washrooms, offices, utility rooms, nursing stations, treatment rooms, corridors.

Requirements of the job

• Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent
• Ability to read and follow instructions, including infection control manuals, labels on cleaning products and Material Safety Data Sheets
• Must know, understand and follow WHMIS regulations
• Ability to maintain counts and inventory
• Ability to work effectively under minimal supervision
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position
• Maintains delivery schedules and communicates supply issues to end-users
• Demonstrated regular, punctual attendance
• Demonstrated commitment to patient safety
• Computer skills – Ability to communicate using Microsoft Email and navigate internet applications
• Functional level in English (oral and written)

Key skills or competencies
• Ability to bend repeatedly, lift and carry up to 35 pounds
• Ability to push, pull and haul carts and lift up to 35 pounds
• Health and physical endurance sufficient to withstand continuous standing and moving about without noticeable fatigue