The Lead Housekeeping Aid position is located within Environmental Management Services (EMS) of Nebraska-Western Iowa Healthcare System. Housekeeping Aid Lead regularly performs floor maintenance using various type of equipment. Incumbent leads a team/s of Housekeeping Aids on floor maintenance projects and trains employees using approved housekeeping procedures and techniques. Incumbent recommends employees that are in need of remedial training based on observations or testing.

Duties

Duties for the position include but are not limited to: Leading and communicating with EMS employees, and other VA staff. Applying knowledge in the daily performance of assigned duties. Developing training material for housekeeping/linen tasks and equipment and other required training. Operating EMS equipment. Transmitting Supervisor instructions accurately to team members in a clear concise manner to preclude any confusion in job performance. Inspecting appropriately to ensure quality standards are met. Reading and comprehending documents, to include; procedures; policies; directives; and other communication methods. Identifying and properly disclosing of biohazard waste, regulated waste, and sharp containers in accordance with infection control procedures. Giving general instructions regarding work assignments and inspecting work periodically for compliance and quality with sanitation standards. Meeting needs of customers while supporting VA missions. Communicating and treating customers (veterans, their representatives, visitors, and all VA staff) in a courteous, tactful and respectful manner. Handling conflicts and problems in dealing with the customer constructively and appropriately. Work Schedule: M-F 1530pm - 0000am (midnight). Telework: Not eligible. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Housekeeping Aid (Leader)/70404-A. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized. Critical Skills Incentive: Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required. Bargaining Unit Position: Yes. This occupation is currently approved for a Veterans Health Administration enterprise-wide Critical Skills Incentive through 09/07/2024. Candidates may be eligible for a lump sum CSI for a pro-rated amount if onboard prior to the CSI expiration date. Eligible candidates will be required to sign a service agreement agreeing to an obligated service period and failure to complete the obligated service period may result in a debt for the unearned portion of the CSI. The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
• Subject to a background/suitability investigation
• May serve a probationary period
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
• Selected candidates are required to complete a pre-employment physical examination
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)cants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
• Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Dexterity and SafetyInterpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading)Lead or SuperviseSpecial Aptitude - Housekeeping WorkWork Practices Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.

Education

Not applicable

Contacts

• Address VA Nebraska-Western Iowa HCS - Omaha 4101 Woolworth Avenue Omaha, NE 68105 US
• Name: Dmitriy Selyukov
• Phone: 651-405-5609
• Email: [email protected]