Regular / Temporary

Regular

Full / Part Time

Full-Time

Temporary End Date (Anticipated)

Union

Non Union

Requisition Close Date

23 September 2026

Salary Plan / Job Grade

$46.22 - $54.15 ( NU_07 )

Job Posting Reason

Current Vacancy

Job Summary & Requirements Reporting to the Manager, Environmental Services, Laundry and Linen, the Educator is responsible for engaging, motivating, and empowering approx. 200+ highly motivated Environmental Service and Laundry & Linen employees.

Environmental Services (EVS) is staffed by a dedicated team, responsible for the deactivation of bio-contaminants and aesthetic cleanliness of the health centre which includes two off site locations. EVS cleans approximately 800,000 square feet. To enhance the team’s effectiveness, EVS employs an Educator, responsible for ensuring that all staff proficiently use cleaning chemicals, processes, and equipment to adhere to Provincial Infectious Disease Advisory Committee (PIDAC) best practices.

Environmental Services Educator leads and supports quality outcomes through educational program planning, implementation, and evaluation processes to enhance knowledge, skills, and professionalism of the entire EVS team. The mission, vision and values are aligned with the organization and are achieved through education and compliance monitoring. As the Educator, you will oversee the ongoing skill development needs of the entire EVS program including continual monitoring and awareness of industry best practices as well as adherence to all EVS policies and procedures.

The Educator will build tools and processes for standardized evaluation of the EVS programs effectiveness. The Educator will work collaboratively with all areas in the health care facility and with various leaders to ensure RVH EVS policies and procedures are aligned with provincial best practices and RVH standards.

Education

Diploma/Degree or years of experience in a similar position

Post Secondary in healthcare related study an asset.

Novice Infection Prevention and Control Certificate an asset

Infection Control during construction in healthcare an asset

Experience

2 years experience in the health care industry

2 years performing cleaning processes as outlined in the PIDAC best practice guidance within a healthcare setting is preferred.

Previous experience with sound knowledge of the principles of adult education

Previous experience deploying infection control principles, and practices.





Previous experience performing as an Educator in a healthcare setting or IPAC Professional is an asset

Policy and Procedure development

Experience in a unionized environment

Knowledge of floor care – waxing, polishing, burnishing, carpet extraction, the handling of various cleaning equipment is an asset.

Familiar with GHS Globally Harmonized System

Knowledge of CSA Canadian Standards Association standards, Waste handling, Cleaning & Disinfection in healthcare

Knowledge of Pharmacy hazardous and non-hazardous cleaning an asset

Knowledge of ORNAC National Association of Operating Room Nurses preferred

Advanced computer skills and ability to integrate into practice

Knowledge and ability to utilize, the principles of quality improvement

Other

Member of Canadian Healthcare Hospital Association (CHHA)

Member of Infection Prevention and Control Canada

Demonstrated industry knowledge (subject matter expert) i.e., Products and Equipment, Chemistry, Dilution rates, Supply chain, Vendor relations.

Excellent organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Demonstrated ability to achieve goals and objectives within a specified time frame.

Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills

Working knowledge of applicable legislation and regulations in healthcare

You will be a great fit for this position if you:

Work independently, are self-motivated, self-directed, and well organized.

Knowledge and ability to utilize educational principles in adult teaching

Demonstrates expert verbal and written, personal and interpersonal communication and presentation skills.

Excellent communication, leadership, and training skills

Agent of change with ability to envision new concepts, methods, and plans.

Demonstrated aptitude for change management with a detailed understanding of implementing new processes in complex healthcare environments.

Effective leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate, mentor, inspire, direct and support teams.

Demonstrated ability to foster a culture of safety which encourages prevention and risk/error elimination.

Able to stand for long periods of time throughout shift while training or coaching staff.





Equity & Inclusion RVH is committed to recruitment and selection practices anchored in principles of equity and inclusion that contribute to an anti-oppressive, respectful, and culturally safe workplace.

We invite applications from individuals who belong to groups that have been historically marginalized on the grounds identified by the Ontario Human Right Code, including but not limited to race, disability, age, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, family or marital status, and status as a First Nation, Métis, or Inuk person.

Accommodations RVH is dedicated to ensuring every applicant has a fair and equitable chance to demonstrate their knowledge, skills, and abilities throughout our recruitment and selection process. We are continuously working to create an accessible, barrier-free process, and recognize each applicant’s needs are different.

We encourage applicants with a disability or circumstance that could be supported with an accommodation to contact People Recruitment at [email protected].

RVH does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants.

Equity & Inclusion RVH is committed to recruitment and selection practices anchored in principles of equity and inclusion that contribute to an anti-oppressive, respectful, and culturally safe workplace.

We invite applications from individuals who belong to groups that have been historically marginalized on the grounds identified by the Ontario Human Right Code, including but not limited to race, disability, age, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, family or marital status, and status as a First Nation, Métis, or Inuk person.

To learn about how RVH is taking steps to create and sustain an equitable, inclusive, accessible and culturally-safe environment, please visit: https://www.rvh.on.ca/about-rvh/equity-inclusion/

Accommodations RVH is dedicated to ensuring every applicant has a fair and equitable opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge, skills, and abilities throughout our recruitment and selection process. We are continuously working to create an accessible, barrier-free process, and recognize each applicant’s needs are different.

We encourage applicants with a disability or circumstance that could be supported with an accommodation to contact People Recruitment at [email protected].

RVH does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants.

📌 Educator (Winnipeg)
🏢 Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
📍 Winnipeg