Housekeeping VH - 1300 - VH Housekeeping

POSITION OBJECTIVE Reporting to the Housekeeping Supervisor, this position will be responsible for the general cleaning of our facilities . MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Adherence to the YMCA Child Protection Policies and Procedures ensuring a safe environment for children, young people/vulnerable adults; identifying children, young people/vulnerable adults who are suffering, or likely to suffer, significant harm; and taking appropriate action to see that such children, young people/vulnerable adults are kept safe at the YMCA.

Adherence to the YMCA Occupational Health & Safety Policy and accountable to work safely at all times, to identify and report hazards, to take whatever measures necessary and reasonable in the circumstances, to protect and promote health and safety. Ensure SAM and Brand Standards are met and exceeded. Serve as a role model to members, volunteers and staff by demonstrating our YMCA values.

Understand, promote, participate and solicit others to participate in YMCA philanthropic, recognition and awareness events and activities in the organization. Service, clean and supply locker rooms, public restrooms, etc. Clean building floors by means of sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming. Gather and empty trash.

Clean and polish fixtures. Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors Dust furniture, walls, machines, and equipment. Mix water and detergents in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications. Steam-clean or shampoo carpets and furniture. Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.

Other duties as assigned. COMPETENCY PROFILE Self-Management

• Works independently with minimal supervision. Accomplishes critical tasks despite organizational obstacles, time pressures, role ambiguity, or limited resources. Identifies and assesses difficult situations and can discern the level of guidance and resources required to resolve them. Seeks guidance from peers and supervisor when appropriate. Deals with stressors of the job and uses coping techniques effectively. Understands personal shortcomings and has a strategy for managing and improving them. Problem Solving
• Identifies an issue and works towards a solution. Responds quickly to problems, which threaten YMCA quality, service and values. Gathers and analyzes information to create alternatives and solutions. Formulates an action plan and communicates to others involved. Encourages team members to solve problems in a timely manner. Tests findings to evaluate the success of the process. Initiative
• Does the right thing at the right time without being asked. Seeks and finds solutions to problems without waiting for direction. Knows when to take action on issues. Implements new ideas that will assist the organization in achieving the strategic outcomes. Takes action on issues, which compromise YMCA quality.

QUALIFICATIONS

A satisfactory criminal record check and vulnerable record check is required as a condition of employment Previous cleaning experience Friendly Bilingualism would be an asset Able to work flexible hours WHMIS training or achievable within 3 months REQUIREMENT This position shall not, for the duration of their employment, maintain any interests directly or indirectly, as an employee, or act in any other capacity, for any other organization that conduct business which may be perceived as similar to, or in competition with, The YMCA of Greater Moncton’s business, without obtaining prior permission from the YMCA Department VP or Director.

Due to YMCA, privacy and ethical business practices, the employee in this position agree to refrain from contacting YMCA clients and members for business purposes after employment termination.