Join us as a Facility Support Manager

Ocean View Continuing Care Centre in Eastern Passage, NS, Canada

Facility: Ocean View Continuing Care Centre
Location: Eastern Passage, Nova Scotia
Job Category: Environmental Services, Housekeeping, Cleaning, Sanitation, Laundry
Position Available: Full-Time 1.0 FTE

Facility Description:

Ocean View is a Community Governed organization that operates a 171 bed Continuing Care Centre, an active Foundation, and has services that support seniors that live at home and in our community. Our vision is to be the “community of choice” for Nova Scotians needing support in a place they call home. Ocean View is committed to the highest standards of support and services and promotes a healthy workplace for its 320 staff. The organization fosters a healthy work-life balance and uses the latest best practice information at all levels. Fully accredited by Accreditation Canada since 1974 the organizations commitment to excellence is unsurpassed.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Facility Supports Manager provides hands-on and day-to-day leadership for the Housekeepers, Laundry Workers, Seamstress and Hairdresser and hands-on materials management functions which include, but are not limited to, the planning, sourcing, purchasing, moving, storing and controlling of all required materials.

Qualifications:

• Academic Grade 12 or equivalent.
• A recognized Environmental Services Course.
• Management or Supervisor Training Course.
• Experience managing or supervising Environmental Services staff an asset
• Materials management experience an asset
• Three (3) years supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of WHMIS legislation.
• Knowledge of institutional housekeeping and laundry equipment and procedures.
• Good interpersonal skills.  Ability to interact effectively with residents and staff.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Must be a team player.

Ocean View Continuing Care Centre Offers:

• Free Parking & on a Bus Route
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Comprehensive Orientation
• A supportive work environment

Salary Range: We offer a comprehensive compensation package including: a pension plan, attractive health benefits plan, and a competitive salary.

Rotation: The regular hours of work for this position are intended to be 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday. Given the scope and responsibility of the role, on-call availability/flexibility is also a requirement.

Please be aware that OVCCC is a pet friendly environment that is home to several animals including cats, birds, and rabbits.

Please direct all applications to:
Human Resources
Email: hr@oceanv.ca
Or Fax to: 902-465-4929