Director of Environmental Services

Aventura at Oakwood Village; Springfield, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits available for eligible staff

Job summary

Aventura at Oakwood Village seeks an experienced Director of Environmental Services to lead Environmental Services, Housekeeping, and Laundry operations. The role focuses on maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents, families, and staff.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on leadership, strong organizational and communication skills, and a commitment to infection prevention and high standards of cleanliness in a senior living setting.

Qualifications

• Supervisory/management experience in Environmental Services, Housekeeping, Laundry, or Healthcare.
• Experience in a senior living, assisted living, skilled nursing, or healthcare environment.
• Knowledge of housekeeping, laundry, sanitation, and infection-prevention practices.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of Environmental Services, Housekeeping, and Laundry departments.
• Supervise, train, coach, and schedule environmental services team members.
• Ensure all areas of the community are maintained in a clean, sanitary, safe, and orderly condition.
• Establish and maintain housekeeping, laundry, and sanitation standards and procedures.
• Conduct regular inspections of resident rooms, common areas, dining areas, and other community spaces.
• Monitor inventory levels and manage ordering of cleaning, laundry, and environmental supplies.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to environmental services.
• Ensure compliance with applicable health, safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with Maintenance and other departments to address facility and environmental concerns.
• Respond promptly to resident and family concerns regarding housekeeping, laundry, or cleanliness.
• Develop and maintain departmental schedules and staffing plans.
• Monitor departmental expenses and assist with budget management.
• Promote infection prevention and proper sanitation practices throughout the community.
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and team‑oriented work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Training and coaching

Resident-focused

Flexibility

Job description

NOW HIRING: DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

Aventura at Oakwood Village

Aventura at Oakwood Village is seeking an experienced, dependable, and hands‑on Director of Environmental Services to lead our environmental services operations and ensure a clean, safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for our residents, families, and team members.

The ideal candidate is an organized leader who takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness, sanitation, safety, and overall facility appearance.

WHY JOIN AVENTURA AT OAKWOOD VILLAGE?

• Supportive and collaborative leadership team


• Meaningful work serving our residents


• Opportunities for professional growth


• Benefits available for eligible employees


• Opportunity to make a positive impact on the resident experience


• A workplace that values teamwork, compassion, and excellence

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous supervisory or management experience in Environmental Services, Housekeeping, Laundry, or Healthcare required.


• Experience working in a senior living, assisted living, skilled nursing, or healthcare environment required


• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.


• Knowledge of housekeeping, laundry, sanitation, and infection-prevention practices.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards.


• Ability to train, motivate, and hold team members accountable.


• Professional, dependable, and resident‑focused approach.


• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the daily operations of the Environmental Services, Housekeeping, and Laundry departments.


• Supervise, train, coach, and schedule environmental services team members.


• Ensure all areas of the community are maintained in a clean, sanitary, safe, and orderly condition.


• Establish and maintain housekeeping, laundry, and sanitation standards and procedures.


• Conduct regular inspections of resident rooms, common areas, dining areas, and other community spaces.


• Monitor inventory levels and manage ordering of cleaning, laundry, and environmental supplies.


• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to environmental services.


• Ensure compliance with applicable health, safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements.


• Coordinate with Maintenance and other departments to address facility and environmental concerns.


• Respond promptly to resident and family concerns regarding housekeeping, laundry, or cleanliness.


• Develop and maintain departmental schedules and staffing plans.


• Monitor departmental expenses and assist with budget management.


• Promote infection prevention and proper sanitation practices throughout the community.


• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.


• Foster a positive, respectful, and team‑oriented work environment.