Service Worker (Shared Health)

SK1-2 Service Worker 1 & 2

Regular/full-time

Department of Mental Health and Community Wellness

Selkirk Mental Health Centre

Selkirk MB

Advertisement Number: 100019

Salary(s):   SK1-2 $33,913.00 - $44,891.00 per year

Closing Date:   June 26, 2022

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Shared Health is looking for Service Workers to join our team.  Selkirk Mental Health Centre (SMHC) is a 252-bed facility that provides specialized inpatient mental health and acquired brain injury treatment and rehabilitation services through five specialized patient programs: Acute, Geriatric, Rehabilitation, Forensic and Acquired Brain Injury. For more information see www.gov.mb.ca/health/smhc.  

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.
• Must be physically able to perform duties as assigned, including: heavy lifting and/or carrying, working on feet for extended periods of time, working at heights and/or in varying environmental conditions (inside, outside, high humidity).
• Must be willing and able to work a variety of shifts and flexible hours including weekends, holidays and overtime as required.
• Must be willing and able to work in all buildings and/or areas throughout the Centre.

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Experience in housekeeping and/or experience in food services, including food preparation and/or experience in providing transportation services
• Experience using cleaning equipment and/or supplies in a safe and efficient manner.
• Good communication skills. 
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to work productively as a member of a team.

Desired:

• Knowledge of cleaning practices and equipment.
•  Knowledge of safe food handling techniques, preparation and equipment.
• Possess a valid Class 5 Manitoba driver's licence with the ability to upgrade to Class 4

Duties:
Service Workers provide services to patients, staff and community partners of Selkirk Mental Health Centre including:  a clean environment, food service, porter/laundry services, supply replenishment, equipment maintenance, transportation and security. Support Service Workers demonstrate a commitment to the vision, values, goals, and objectives of SMHC including a strong commitment to patient safety.

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This is a unionized position.  As a result of The Health Sector Bargaining Unit Review Act, the bargaining agent for this position may differ from the Union identified in your collective agreement.  In the event you have any questions, please contact your site Human Resources Department.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter and resume.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.
 
Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
 
We welcome applications from people with disabilities.  Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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