EVS Director

Lakeside Health & Rehabilitation; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Generous PTO

401(k) Retirement Plan

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Flexible Daily Pay

Wellness Resources

Professional Development

Supportive Leadership Environment

Job summary

Lakeside Health & Rehab in Richmond, VA seeks an Environmental Services Director to lead housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance, ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for residents and staff.

The role focuses on staff development, infection prevention, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with nursing and administration to support daily facility operations and resident satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Healthcare Environmental Services experience in a skilled nursing or healthcare setting.
• Experience supervising staff, scheduling, and coordinating daily assignments.
• Strong knowledge of sanitation standards and infection prevention practices.
• Familiarity with state and federal regulatory requirements in healthcare.
• Ability to manage multiple departments and maintain high standards in a fast-paced facility.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance operations ensuring cleanliness, sanitation and safety.
• Recruit, train, supervise, schedule, and motivate Environmental Services staff.
• Develop and implement cleaning schedules and infection prevention protocols.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and conduct routine inspections.
• Manage budgets, purchasing, and inventory; monitor costs and PAR levels.
• Coordinate maintenance activities and preventative maintenance programs.
• Identify improvements and maintain survey readiness; partner with other departments.

Skills

Healthcare ES Experience

Staff Management

Infection Prevention

Regulatory Compliance

Operational Oversight

Job description

NOW HIRING: ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DIRECTOR

Lakeside Health & Rehab | Richmond, VA

Full-Time | Leadership Opportunity | Skilled Nursing & Long-Term Care

Lead With Purpose. Set the Standard. Make a Difference!

Are you an experienced Environmental Services leader who takes pride in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming healthcare environment? Do you have a passion for developing strong teams, managing daily operations, and ensuring exceptional standards of cleanliness and safety?

Lakeside Health & Rehab is seeking an experienced, hands‑on Environmental Services Director to join our leadership team in Richmond, Virginia!

We're looking for a motivated professional who understands the unique demands of skilled nursing and long‑term care and can successfully oversee housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance operations.

If you're a strong leader who knows how to manage people, maintain high standards, and keep a busy healthcare facility running smoothly, we want to hear from you!

YOUR ROLE: LEAD OUR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES TEAM

As our Environmental Services Director, you'll play an essential role in creating a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for our residents, visitors, and employees.

Key Responsibilities:

• Department Leadership: Oversee daily housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance operations while ensuring exceptional standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and safety.

• Staff Management: Recruit, train, supervise, schedule, and motivate Environmental Services employees while promoting accountability and teamwork.

• Infection Prevention: Develop and implement cleaning schedules, sanitation procedures, and infection prevention protocols in accordance with healthcare standards.

• Regulatory Compliance: Conduct routine inspections and maintain compliance with applicable state, federal, and facility requirements.

• Budget & Inventory Management: Manage departmental budgets, monitor expenses, oversee purchasing, and maintain appropriate supply and inventory levels.

• Preventative Maintenance: Coordinate maintenance activities and preventative maintenance programs to ensure a safe and well‑maintained facility.

• Quality Assurance: Identify opportunities for improvement, address environmental concerns, and maintain survey readiness.

• Collaborative Leadership: Partner with nursing, administration, and other departments to support facility operations and resident satisfaction.

QUALIFICATIONS: WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We're seeking a dependable, organized leader with proven experience managing Environmental Services operations in a healthcare environment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Healthcare Environmental Services Experience: Previous Environmental Services or Housekeeping Management experience in a skilled nursing or healthcare setting is required.

• Leadership & Staff Management: Proven experience supervising employees, developing staff schedules, coordinating daily assignments, and managing departmental operations.

• Infection Prevention & Compliance: Strong knowledge of sanitation standards, infection prevention practices, and regulatory requirements in healthcare environments.

• Operational Management: Ability to oversee multiple departments, manage competing priorities, and maintain high standards in a fast‑paced environment.

• Communication & Organization: Strong leadership, communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.

Additional Qualifications Preferred:

• Experience overseeing housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance operations.

• Knowledge of departmental budgeting, purchasing, inventory management, and PAR levels.

• Familiarity with healthcare inspections, regulatory surveys, and quality improvement initiatives.

• Experience training, mentoring, and developing high‑performing teams.

• Strong understanding of preventative maintenance and facility safety procedures.

WHY JOIN LAKESIDE HEALTH & REHAB?

At Lakeside Health & Rehab, we recognize that exceptional resident care starts with a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.

As our Environmental Services Director, you'll have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, influence facility operations, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.

Our Benefits Include:

• Competitive Compensation: Pay that recognizes your experience, leadership, and contributions.

• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy time to recharge and maintain a healthy work‑life balance.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Plan confidently for your financial future.

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and supplemental insurance options.

• Flexible Daily Pay: Access your earned wages when you need them.

• Wellness Resources: Programs designed to support your overall health and well‑being.

• Professional Development: Opportunities to expand your leadership skills and advance your career.

• Supportive Leadership Environment: Work alongside professionals who value teamwork, communication, and operational excellence.

Compensation will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Lakeside Health & Rehab is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, or promotion based on race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We proudly encourage active‑duty military members, veterans, reservists, National Guard members, and military spouses to apply.