EVS Hospital Cleaner - Environmental Service Specialist I - Continuous Posting

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Taunton, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an open and continuous posting for full-time (40 hours) positions on all shifts. The Recovery from Addictions Program (RAP) operated by the Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking experienced cleaners to join its Environmental Services team. As a member of the facility team, daily communication and interaction are essential as well as working in a professional and safe manner. The incumbents in these positions will perform cleaning and related domestic services to the interior of buildings and work on locked units doing general cleaning.

Please Note: This is an open and continuous posting. These positions are 40 hours per week. The days off are to be determined. Selected candidate must attend orientation during first shift the first two weeks, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm.

Requirements

• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English to communicate effectively with a diverse group of employees, supervisors and visitors.
• Skilled in the ability to follow oral and written instructions/directions.
• Talent for establishing and maintaining harmonious working relationships and dealing tactfully with others.
• Working knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in general institution/hospital housekeeping work.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated language skills that allow for two-way communication, effective client service, coordination with other members of the client care team.
• Given the population served, bilingual or multilingual fluency.

Responsibilities

• Performs day-to-day cleaning services on locked units to ensure a sanitary, attractive facility in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
• Cleans, sweeps, vacuums, and washes floors, using appropriate equipment and supplies to maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the hospital.
• Dusts, polishes and washes interior surfaces such as windows furniture, walls, ceilings, etc., using appropriate supplies and equipment in order to maintain building in a clean and orderly condition.
• Prepares beds after washing using appropriate linen supplies and removes/hangs window draperies and bedside curtains as needed.
• Cleans toilets, lavatories, washrooms, mops closets, etc., using appropriate supplies and equipment in order to maintain the appearance and cleanliness of such areas.
• Empties and relines trash receptacles, paying particular attention to the safe and proper handling of hazardous and infectious waste/materials.
• Collects soiled linen to aid in the operation of the laundry function.
• Arranges and moves furniture, beds, supplies as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits
• Outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package.
• Work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees