Environmental service worker (ESW) - hospital

Balsam in Dayspring, NS is seeking a self-motivated Environmental service worker (ESW) - hospital. Ideally suited for a motivated individual ready to join the team immediately. We are offering a Permanent employment - Part time opportunity. The schedule involves Early morning, Day, Weekend, On call shifts.

Job Description

• The candidate must sweep, mop, wash, and polish floors.
• The candidate must dust furniture.
• The candidate must vacuum carpeting, area rugs, draperies, and upholstered furniture.
• The candidate must distribute clean towels and toiletries.
• The candidate must stock linen closets.
• The candidate must pick up debris and empty trash containers.
• The candidate must launder clothing and household linens.
• The candidate must wash windows, walls, and ceilings.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must be fluent in English.
• There are no standard education requirements, such as a bachelor's degree, a certificate, or a diploma.
• A candidate with experience is an asset.
• The candidate must be able to handle a weight of up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs).
• The candidate must be dependable.
• The candidate must be well-organized.
• The candidate must be reliable.

Work Setting

• The candidate should work in a rural area; most people live or work on farms or ranches. Hamlets, villages, towns, and other small settlements are in or surrounded by rural areas.
• The applicant should work in a healthcare institution, facility, or clinic that provides health care.

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• The candidate must have the ability to work independently.
• The candidate must perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
• The candidate must be willing to work in a standing position for extended periods.

Security and Safety

• The candidate must be able to pass a vulnerable sector check.

Transportation/travel information

• The candidate must have their own transportation.
• There is no access to public transportation.

Benefits

• The candidate will receive a dental plan covering expenses for dental treatments and procedures.
• The candidate will receive a health care plan, providing coverage for medical and surgical expenses.
• The candidate will receive paramedical services coverage as part of traditional health insurance or Extended Health Care (EHC) benefits, including coverage for a variety of healthcare practitioners.
• The candidate will receive vision care benefits, covering or reducing the cost of eye exams and medical eye care.
• The candidate shall receive benefits in line with the collective agreement contract between the employer and the union representing a bargaining unit.
• The candidate will receive a pension plan, providing a monthly, taxable benefit that replaces a portion of their income at retirement.
• The candidate will receive free parking; there is no additional charge for parking on the property.

How to apply

Use the provided options and submit your application if you are interested.

By email

cwarrington@balsamcare.ca

In person

171 Leary Fraser Rd
Dayspring, NS
B4V 5S7
Between 10:00 a.m. and 02:00 p.m.