Job Description

The Recovery from Addictions Program (RAP) operated by the Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking
experienced cleaners to join its Environmental Services team. As a member of the facility team, daily
communication and interaction are essential as well as working in a professional and safe manner. The incumbents
in these positions will perform cleaning and related domestic services to the interior of buildings and work on locked
units doing general cleaning.
Please Note: This is an open and continuous posting. These positions are 40 hours per week. The days off are to
be determined. Selected candidate must attend orientation during first shift the first two weeks, Monday -
Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm.
Shift Schedules:
Day shift: 6:45am - 3:15pm
Evening shift: 2:45pm - 11:15pm
Night shift: 11:00pm - 7:00am
Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):
Performs day-to-day cleaning services on locked units to ensure a sanitary, attractive facility in accordance
with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
Cleans, sweeps, vacuums, and washes floors, using appropriate equipment and supplies to maintain the
cleanliness and appearance of the hospital.
Dusts, polishes and washes interior surfaces such as windows furniture, walls, ceilings, etc., using
appropriate supplies and equipment in order to maintain building in a clean and orderly condition.
Prepares beds after washing using appropriate linen supplies and removes/hangs window draperies and
bedside curtains as needed.
Cleans toilets, lavatories, washrooms, mops closets, etc., using appropriate supplies and equipment in order
to maintain the appearance and cleanliness of such areas.
Empties and relines trash receptacles, paying particular attention to the safe and proper handling of
hazardous and infectious waste/materials.
Collects soiled linen to aid in the operation of the laundry function.
Arranges and moves furniture, beds, supplies as needed.
Required Qualifications:
Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English to communicate effectively with a diverse group of
employees, supervisors and visitors.
Skilled in the ability to follow oral and written instructions/directions.
Talent for establishing and maintaining harmonious working relationships and dealing tactfully with others.
Working knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in general institution/hospital
housekeeping work.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated language skills that allow for two-way communication, effective client service, coordination
with other members of the client care team.
Given the population served, bilingual or multilingual fluency
About the Recovery from Addictions Program (RAP):
The Department of Mental Health (DMH) in collaboration with the Department of Public Health (DPH) Bureau of
Substance Addiction Services operates a statewide Recovery from Addictions Program (RAP) for individuals civilly
committed by the courts for substance use treatment for up to 90 days (?Section 35 commitment?).