Director of Environmental Services

Glenburnie-Rehabilitation-and-Nursing-Center; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Glenburnie-Rehabilitation-and-Nursing-Center in Richmond, VA seeks a Director of Environmental Services to oversee the Housekeeping and Laundry Department, ensuring a safe, clean, and attractive environment for residents. The role includes training and supervising staff, coordinating with other departments, and maintaining supplies and equipment.

The director will schedule staff, lead in-service programs, enforce infection control and safety practices, ensure compliance with state regulations,

Qualifications

• Leadership and management skills required.
• Experience in Housekeeping/Laundry/Supervision is helpful.
• High school diploma is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all activities of the Housekeeping and Laundry Department.
• Train staff and ensure adherence to job descriptions, procedures and policies.
• Schedule staff according to facility needs and coordinate with other departments.
• Hold staff meetings and conduct routine in-service educational programs to ensure compliance with state requirements and infection control.
• Maintain compliance with applicable regulations and monitor department effectiveness.

Skills

Leadership

Staff Management

Communication

Infection Control

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Director of Environmental Services has overall responsibility for the Housekeeping and Laundry Department. Sufficient staff coverage will be determined, scheduled and trained to meet the goals and responsibilities of the Facility. The Director will monitor for effectiveness and modify if necessary, to maintain the building in a safe, clean and attractive manner. Necessary supplies and equipment will be maintained at all times to assure resident safety and comfort.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Train staff to perform all duties according to applicable job descriptions, procedures, and personnel policies-discipline and terminate when necessary. Schedule staff according to Facility needs. Coordinate with all other departments and assist in resolving problems. Hold staff meetings and relay pertinent information to appropriate others. Hold routine in-service/educational programs to assure compliance to those required by the State and understanding of proper infection control and safety practices. Maintain Department in compliance with all applicable regulations” A safe environment maintained at all times. All cleaning is performed in accordance to manufacturer’s recommendations and proper chemicals are utilized.

Qualifications: Good physical and mental health. Ability and desire to perform varied duties. Must possess good leadership and management skills. Experience in Housekeeping/Laundry/Supervision helpful. High school diploma required.