Environmental Service Associate

Yale New Haven Health is seeking an Environmental Service Associate to maintain cleanliness and sanitation in various areas under the direction of a supervisor. Responsibilities include housekeeping tasks, trash removal, and safe handling of waste. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, along with six months of customer service experience. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently are essential. The role is part-time and located in New Haven, CT.
Overview: To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Under the direction of the Supervisor of Environmental Services, performs a variety of duties using various equipment and supplies to maintain established cleanliness and meet acceptable department standards of environmental areas.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities:
• 1. Follows department procedures to ensure a safe environment.
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1.1 Sets up equipment and ready for use with necessary supplies.
• 2. Performs housekeeping tasks to ensure the sanitary condition of all areas.
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2.1 Keeps ceiling and wall vents free of dust (high dusting)
• 3. Performs various trash removal duties to provide a clean and sanitary environment.
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3.1 Collects recycling waste (cardboard, fiber, bottles/cans/plastic, confidential documents)
• 4. Follows proper protocol to ensure safe handling and disposal of contaminated items.
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4.1 Handles and disposes medical waste and sharps observing all required precautions.
• 5. Maintains bed management system for room availability.
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5.1 Works to achieve patient room turnaround is accomplished within standard time.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Six months demonstrated customer service related work experience required. Must successfully complete a training program provided by the Environmental Services Department and achieve competence in all duties.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Excellent Customer Service and communication skills. Ability to read, write and perform basic math. Ability to work independently. Able to perform as part of the patient care team. Detail beyond this may be put in the Responsibilities section since it may vary by position.