Environmental Services Aide

St. Joseph's Health is a highly respected healthcare organization known for the expertise and compassion of its dedicated staff. With a team comprising outstanding physicians, superb nurses, and committed clinical and professional personnel, the organization has earned a reputation as one of the premier healthcare providers in New Jersey. As the largest employer in Passaic County and recognized nationally among the "100 Best Places to Work in Health Care," St. Joseph's Health combines cutting-edge medical technology with compassionate patient care to serve the community effectively.

St. Joseph's University Medical Center, located in Paterson, NJ, is an academic tertiary care medical center and a state-designated trauma center. It caters to complex and routine cases, offering a broad range of specialty and subspecialty services such as ambulatory care, behavioral health, cardiovascular treatment, emergency and trauma services, neuroscience, oncology, orthopedics, spine care, rehabilitation, surgical specialties, women's health, imaging, and pediatrics. The medical center’s nursing team has consistently maintained the prestigious Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence since 1999, including the distinguished Magnet Prize™, underscoring the hospital's commitment to excellence in patient care.

The Environmental Services Aide position at St. Joseph's University Medical Center plays a crucial role in maintaining the health and safety of patients, staff, and visitors by ensuring that the facility remains clean, sanitary, and aesthetically pleasing. This full-time evening shift role involves thorough cleaning duties including scouring, scrubbing, mopping, and polishing floors and surfaces using approved germicides and cleaning agents. The Environmental Services Aide is also responsible for removing trash, performing high dusting and spot cleaning, cleaning bathrooms, and restocking dispensers throughout the facility. Additionally, the aide cleans offices, utility rooms, lounges, and other assigned areas under the supervision of facility management.

This role is integral to the infection control efforts of the medical center by maintaining aseptic environments and minimizing the risk of contamination. No prior experience is required, but candidates should be able to read and understand written instructions. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, alongside three to six months of on-the-job training and orientation. The position offers an hourly salary range between $16.00 and $21.60 and includes robust benefits such as health, dental, vision, and prescription plans, 403b retirement options with company match, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and access to wellness and employee assistance programs.

Working at St. Joseph’s not only provides an opportunity to contribute to a leading healthcare environment but also offers career growth within a nurturing, non-profit health system that is eligible for federal student loan forgiveness. With its commitment to diversity, inclusion, and employee development, the Environmental Services Aide role is a rewarding entry point into the healthcare sector for individuals dedicated to supporting patient care through environmental stewardship and facility maintenance.