What are the responsibilities and job description for the TRAINER / LEAD ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES 1.0 DAYS position at Riverside Healthcare?
Job Type
Full-time
Description
The Trainer / Lead in the Housekeeping Department is responsible for overseeing the training and development of housekeeping staff, ensuring that all team members adhere to hospital cleanliness standards and infection control protocols. This role involves leading by example, providing hands-on training, and supporting the housekeeping team in delivering exceptional service. The Trainer / Lead also assists with daily operational tasks and ensures that housekeeping practices align with hospital policies and procedures.
Essential Duties
- Develop and deliver comprehensive training programs for new and existing housekeeping staff, covering cleaning procedures, equipment use, safety protocols, and infection control practices.
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of housekeeping staff, providing feedback and guidance to ensure adherence to departmental standards and procedures.
- Lead by example, demonstrating proper cleaning techniques, equipment handling, and safety practices during daily operations.
- Assist in creating and updating training materials, including manuals, checklists, and visual aids, to ensure they reflect current best practices and hospital policies.
- Conduct regular refresher training sessions and workshops to keep staff informed about new cleaning technologies, safety regulations, and infection control guidelines.
- Provide on-the-job training and support to new hires, ensuring they are effectively integrated into the team and are proficient in their roles.
- Address and resolve any training-related issues or concerns, and collaborate with the Housekeeping Supervisor / Manager to implement corrective actions as needed.
- Assist with scheduling and coordinating training sessions, ensuring minimal disruption to daily operations.
- Support the Housekeeping Supervisor / Manager in overseeing daily housekeeping operations, including assigning tasks, managing workloads, and addressing any operational challenges.
- Conduct inspections of cleaned areas to ensure compliance with cleanliness and safety standards, and provide feedback and training to staff based on inspection results.
- Maintain accurate records of training activities, staff performance, and any incidents or issues related to training and development.
- Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and advancements in housekeeping technologies, and incorporate relevant information into training programs.
- Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope / duties / licensure.
Requirements
Required Experience
Preferred Experience
Preferred Education
Employee Health Requirements
Exposure to :
Sensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, hearing, touch) :
Activity / Lifting Requirements :
Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to :
The weight required to be lifted each normal workday according to the continuum described below :
Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements. (Example : the distance material is carried; how high material is lifted, etc.) :
Putting away supplies, sometimes overhead. Mops and brooms - carried 10', knee high; vacuums - carried 1', ankle high; chairs (35#) carried 10', waist high.
Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity :
Repetitive use of hands (Frequency indicated) :
Repetitive use of foot or feet in operating machine control : 50 lbs of pressure - vacuum, locking carts
Environmental Factors & Special Hazards :
Environmental Factors (Time Spent) :
Special Hazards : Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical - Vacuums, floor equipment, cleaning supplies / other chemicals
Protective Clothing Required : Goggles and gloves
Salary Description
19.95 / hr - $23.89 / hr
Salary : $20 - $24
