Director of Housekeeping Laundry

Allure HCS; Zion (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & benefits

Paid time off / holiday pay

401(k) with company match

Career growth and training

Supportive leadership team

Job summary

Allure of Zion in Zion, IL is seeking a Director of Housekeeping & Laundry to lead the Environmental Services team in a skilled nursing setting. You will oversee housekeeping and laundry operations, ensure compliance with safety and infection-control standards, and drive staffing, schedules, and performance.

Join a hands-on leadership team focused on resident comfort, safety, and quality of life, with opportunities for professional growth and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Supervisory/management experience in housekeeping or laundry, preferably healthcare.
• Knowledge of infection control and safety regulations.
• Ability to train and motivate a team.
• Strong reading/writing/speaking English.
• Collaborative, patient approach when working with residents and staff.
• Additional certification in environmental services or facility management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee daily housekeeping and laundry operations per regulations.
• Develop cleaning schedules, staffing assignments, and quality standards.
• Hire, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate staff; provide coaching.
• Manage supply inventory, ordering, and budget with admin.
• Coordinate housekeeping with Nursing to minimize resident disruption.
• Ensure cleaning, sanitizing, and HIPAA-compliant practices.
• Train staff on chemical handling and PPE usage.
• Maintain OSHA/state safety compliance; prepare for surveys.
• Investigate accidents and report safety concerns promptly.
• Lead as a visible hands-on leader on the floor when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Staff training

Scheduling

Organizational skills

Infection control

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Director of Housekeeping & Laundry

Allure of Zion | [City, State] | Full-Time

About the Role

Are you a hands-on leader who takes pride in running a spotless, well-organized facility? Allure of Zion is looking for an experienced Director of Housekeeping & Laundry to lead our Environmental Services team and ensure our residents enjoy a clean, safe, and comfortable home. This is a great opportunity for a housekeeping supervisor or department head ready to step into a director-level leadership role in a long-term care setting.

What You'll Do

• Direct and oversee all day-to-day operations of the Housekeeping and Laundry Department in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.

• Develop, implement, and monitor cleaning schedules, staffing assignments, and quality standards across resident living and common areas.

• Hire, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate housekeeping and laundry staff; provide ongoing coaching and performance feedback.

• Manage department supply inventory, ordering, and budget in coordination with the Administrator and/or Director of Environmental Services.

• Coordinate daily housekeeping and laundry services with Nursing and other departments to minimize disruption to residents.

• Ensure proper cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting of resident rooms, fixtures, floors, and common areas, following infection control protocols.

• Train staff on safe chemical handling, proper dilution/mixing procedures, and correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Maintain compliance with OSHA, state health department, and facility safety standards; lead department readiness for state and federal surveys.

• Investigate and report all accidents, incidents, and safety concerns promptly to the Administrator.

• Uphold resident confidentiality and HIPAA standards; promptly report any suspected privacy violations.

• Serve as a visible, hands-on leader — willing to work alongside the team and step in on the floor when needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Prior supervisory or management experience in housekeeping/laundry, preferably in a skilled nursing, senior living, or healthcare environment.

• Working knowledge of infection control, safety regulations, and proper chemical handling procedures.

• Strong leadership, scheduling, and organizational skills; ability to train and motivate a team.

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English, and follow detailed written/verbal instructions.

• A collaborative, patient, and compassionate approach to working with residents and staff.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional certification in environmental services or facility management a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Able to move intermittently throughout the workday and remain on your feet for extended periods.

• Able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 lbs to a height of 5 feet, and carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.

• Able to manage the physical and emotional demands of a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Why Join Us

• [Competitive pay & benefits — medical, dental, vision]

• [Paid time off / holiday pay]

• [401(k) with company match]

• [Career growth and training opportunities]

• [Supportive leadership team]

Allure of Zion is an Equal Opportunity Employer.