The PositionWhy join Contra Costa Health?Contra Costa Health is the largest department of County government, employing more than 4,250 individuals. We strive to:
- Deliver high-quality services with respect and responsiveness to all.
- Provide an integrated system of health care services, community health improvement, and environmental protection.
- Anticipate community health needs and change to meet those needs.
- Work in partnership with our patients, cities, and diverse communities, as well as other health, education, and human service agencies.
- Encourage creative, ethical, and tenacious leadership to implement effective health policies and programs.
There are currently two (2) vacancies in the Environmental Services Division.
The
Environmental Services Division is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in working as Institutional Services Aides at the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center. Individuals in these positions perform a variety of janitorial services in the County hospital, helping to ensure a safe environment for all patients.
This classification can also be used in the Health Services
Food and Nutrition Services Division. The Institutional Services Aide plays an important role in the Health Services Food and Nutrition Services division by preparing and distributing food. This job supports the Food and Nutrition division by performing various tasks in food preparation and distribution.
We are looking for someone who is:- Organized. You will carry out tasks that require you to be smart with your time management.
- Honest and safety conscious. You will work with products or chemicals that require you to be cautious.
- Hardworking. You will provide a safe and sanitary workplace for customers and employees.
- Positive and respectful. You will work alongside internal staff and the public and are expected to be respectful to all.
- Reliable and honest. You will need to collaborate with a team and be dependable.
- A problem solver. You will need to deal with challenging or unexpected situations effectively.
What you will typically be responsible for:If assigned to
Environmental Services :
- Sweeping, wet mopping, and vacuuming floors
- Buffing floors using electrical buffing equipment
- Washing and cleaning toilets, bathtubs, and other bathroom fixtures
- Replenishing paper towels, toilet tissue, soap, and light bulbs
- Dusting, cleaning, and disinfecting all furniture and equipment
- Spot cleaning and disinfecting walls and woodwork
If assigned to
Food and Nutrition Services :
- Dishes up individual servings in kitchen or cafeteria lines
- Weighs and measures food portions
- Sets up patient food on the serving line
- Prepares diet nourishment and tube-feeding mixtures
- Loads, unloads and cleans food carts
- Washes dishes, pots, and kitchen utensils by hand or by using equipment
- Sets up and maintains employee dining room
- Sweeps and mops kitchen floors and spot clean walls
A few reasons you might love this job:- You will have the opportunity to work with diverse and amazing co-workers.
- You will work independently, while also following safety procedures.
- You will have opportunities for growth.
- You will have the opportunity to make a difference in our patients' lives.
A few challenges you might face in this job:
- You may have to work weekends, holidays, or special occasions.
- You may have to work various shifts to ensure coverage.
- You have to respond quickly to urgent situations.
- You will work in a highly regulated government environment.
Competencies Required:- Reading Comprehension: Understanding and using written information
- Environmental Exposure Tolerance: Performing under physically demanding conditions
- General Physical Ability: Using strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and coordination
- Manual Dexterity: Using senses, hands, and fingers in manipulating objects quickly and efficiently
- Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
- Adaptability: Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires
- Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
- Establishing Credibility: Doing what he/she commits to doing and respecting the confidentiality of information and concerns shared by others
- Handling Stress: Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity
- Listening: Fully comprehending spoken communication
- Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
- Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
- Teamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
To read the complete job description, please visit the website, https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/contracosta/classspecs/4954
The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months.
Minimum QualificationsNone
Selection ProcessApplication Filing and Evaluation: Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.
Training and Experience Questionnaire: Candidates will be required to complete a training and experience questionnaire at the time of filing. The responses to the training and experience questions on the supplemental questionnaire will be used to evaluate candidates r elevant education, training and/or experience as it relates to the Institutional Services Aide classification.
(Weighted 100%) The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.
For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Sanyukta Singh at Sanyukta.Singh@hrd.cccounty.us. For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627.
CONVICTION HISTORYAfter you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources Department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKERAll Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYIt is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits
Closing Date/Time: 6/27/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
