Environmental Services Manager

Spring River Rehabilitation and Care Center; Roswell (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k) retirement plan

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Care Cash Program

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Training and professional development"

Opportunities for career advancement

Job summary

Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center in Roswell, NM is seeking an Environmental Services Manager to lead housekeeping, laundry, sanitation, and infection-prevention practices, ensuring a clean and safe environment for residents and staff.

This hands-on leadership role partners with facility leadership to manage staffing, budgets, and daily operations, while promoting resident dignity and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or management experience strongly preferred.
• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, senior living, hospital, or healthcare Environmental Services preferred.
• Knowledge of housekeeping, laundry, sanitation, and infection-prevention practices.
• Strong leadership and employee-management skills.
• Ability to organize department schedules, assignments, and daily priorities.
• Commitment to resident dignity, safety, comfort, and quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily leadership and direction to housekeeping and laundry employees.
• Develop and maintain department schedules based on facility needs.
• Assign daily work responsibilities and monitor completion.
• Coordinate coverage for call-ins, vacancies, and changing operational needs.
• Help recruit, interview, onboard, train, and retain Environmental Services employees.
• Provide ongoing coaching, education, and performance feedback.
• Monitor employee attendance, productivity, and adherence to facility expectations.
• Address performance concerns in partnership with facility leadership and Human Resources.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, professionalism, and excellent customer service.
• Provide hands-on support to housekeeping and laundry operations when needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Healthcare Environmental Services

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Attention to cleanliness and safety

Job description

Environmental Services Manager

Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center | Roswell, New Mexico

Why Join Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center?

At Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center, the environment our residents live in is an important part of the care we provide.

We are seeking an experienced and dependable Environmental Services Manager to lead our housekeeping and laundry operations while maintaining a clean, safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for residents, employees, families, and visitors.

Department leadership opportunity
Supportive, team-oriented environment
Partner directly with facility leadership
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Meaningful work that directly impacts resident experience and quality of life

Position Overview

The Environmental Services Manager is responsible for the daily leadership and operation of the facility's environmental services functions, including housekeeping, laundry, sanitation, infection-prevention practices, department staffing, supply management, and overall facility cleanliness and appearance.

This position leads Environmental Services employees, establishes daily priorities, monitors quality and productivity, manages department schedules and supplies, and conducts routine rounds to ensure resident rooms and facility areas meet established standards.

The Environmental Services Manager works closely with the Administrator, Nursing, Infection Prevention, Maintenance, and other department leaders to support resident safety, regulatory compliance, survey readiness, and an exceptional resident and family experience.

This is a hands-on leadership position. The successful candidate should be comfortable leading employees while also stepping in to support department operations when necessary.

Key Responsibilities

Department Leadership & Staffing

• Provide daily leadership and direction to housekeeping and laundry employees

• Develop and maintain department schedules based on facility needs

• Assign daily work responsibilities and monitor completion

• Coordinate coverage for call-ins, vacancies, and changing operational needs

• Help recruit, interview, onboard, train, and retain Environmental Services employees

• Provide ongoing coaching, education, and performance feedback

• Monitor employee attendance, productivity, and adherence to facility expectations

• Address performance concerns in partnership with facility leadership and Human Resources

• Promote teamwork, accountability, professionalism, and excellent customer service

• Provide hands-on support to housekeeping and laundry operations when needed

Housekeeping Operations

• Oversee the cleanliness and sanitation of resident rooms, bathrooms, hallways, common areas, offices, dining spaces, and other assigned facility areas

• Establish and monitor daily, weekly, and periodic cleaning schedules

• Conduct routine rounds throughout the facility to identify cleanliness or sanitation concerns

• Ensure resident rooms are maintained in a clean, comfortable, and respectful manner

• Monitor high-traffic and common areas throughout the day

• Coordinate room cleaning associated with admissions, discharges, and room changes

• Ensure cleaning responsibilities are completed according to established standards

• Respond promptly to environmental concerns identified by residents, families, employees, or leadership

Laundry & Linen Services

• Oversee facility laundry and linen operations

• Ensure resident clothing and facility linens are processed appropriately and returned timely

• Maintain appropriate procedures for handling clean and soiled linen

• Monitor linen availability and inventory

• Help reduce lost or misplaced resident clothing and personal items

• Ensure laundry areas remain clean, organized, and safe

• Monitor laundry equipment and promptly communicate repair or maintenance needs

Infection Prevention & Sanitation

• Ensure Environmental Services employees follow established infection-prevention and sanitation procedures

• Maintain appropriate cleaning and disinfecting practices throughout the facility

• Ensure employees understand appropriate use of cleaning products, disinfectants, and personal protective equipment

• Maintain appropriate procedures for handling potentially contaminated materials, waste, and soiled linen

• Work collaboratively with Infection Prevention and Nursing leadership regarding enhanced cleaning needs

• Coordinate environmental cleaning during outbreaks or other infection-control situations

• Monitor hand hygiene, PPE use, and other applicable infection-prevention practices within the department

• Maintain appropriate Safety Data Sheet information and chemical-handling procedures

• Ensure chemicals and cleaning supplies are appropriately labeled, stored, and secured

Resident Experience

• Maintain resident rooms and common areas in a manner that promotes comfort, dignity, and quality of life

• Treat residents and their personal belongings with care and respect

• Respond professionally to resident and family questions or environmental concerns

• Maintain appropriate privacy and confidentiality while working in resident areas

• Encourage Environmental Services employees to build positive and respectful relationships with residents

• Follow up on housekeeping or laundry concerns to ensure appropriate resolution

• Promote a welcoming environment for residents, families, employees, and visitors

Supplies, Inventory & Budget Management

• Monitor housekeeping, laundry, chemical, linen, and departmental supply inventory

• Maintain appropriate par levels and order supplies based on facility needs

• Promote responsible use of supplies and minimize unnecessary waste

• Monitor department expenses and operate within established budget expectations

• Ensure cleaning products and equipment are used appropriately

• Coordinate equipment repair or replacement needs with appropriate facility leadership

• Maintain organized and secure storage areas

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or management experience strongly preferred

• Skilled nursing, long-term care, senior living, hospital, or healthcare Environmental Services experience preferred

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

• Strong leadership and employee-management skills

• Ability to organize department schedules, assignments, and daily priorities

• Strong attention to cleanliness, safety, organization, and detail

• Ability to identify concerns and ensure timely follow-through

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment

• Commitment to resident dignity, safety, comfort, and quality of life

Benefits

• Competitive compensation

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Care Cash Program

• Employee Referral Bonus Program

• Supportive and collaborative leadership environment

• Training and professional development opportunities

• Opportunities for career advancement

Grow With Us

The Environmental Services Manager is an important member of the Spring River leadership team.

This position provides the opportunity to develop experience in department management, employee leadership, infection prevention, regulatory compliance, budgeting, quality improvement, and healthcare operations.

We are looking for a leader who takes ownership of their department, develops their employees, maintains high standards, and understands the impact a clean and welcoming environment has on residents and families.

About Us

Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center proudly serves the Roswell, New Mexico community, providing skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, and post-acute services.

Our mission is simple:

To Make Every Resident Feel Cared For.

A clean room, fresh linens, welcoming common areas, and a well-maintained environment are all part of fulfilling that mission.

Our Environmental Services team plays an essential role in creating a community where residents can feel comfortable, safe, respected, and at home.

Apply Today

If you are an experienced Environmental Services or housekeeping leader who takes pride in maintaining high standards and developing a strong team, we encourage you to apply.

Join Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center and help us create an environment where every resident feels cared for.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Reasonable Accommodation

Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. Applicants requiring assistance should contact Human Resources.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to regularly stand, walk, bend, reach, stoop, push, and pull throughout the workday

• Ability to inspect resident rooms and facility areas throughout the building

• Ability to handle housekeeping and laundry supplies and equipment

• Ability to provide hands-on assistance with department responsibilities when necessary

• Ability to work around cleaning products and chemicals using appropriate safety procedures

• Ability to respond promptly to spills, environmental concerns, and other facility needs

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation