Housekeeping Director

The Lodge Retirement Community; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability (short- & long-term)

PTO with birthday PTO day

401(k) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Lodge Retirement in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Housekeeping Director to lead and manage daily operations of the housekeeping department in a healthcare setting. You will ensure clean, safe, and sanitary environments for residents, while promoting satisfaction and team engagement.

The role requires directing staff, coordinating with other departments, and maintaining regulatory compliance. Ideal candidates bring strong leadership, organization, and communication skills, plus experience

Qualifications

• Must have minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience supervising housekeeping staff in healthcare setting preferred.
• Knowledge of infection control and sanitation practices.
• Strong leadership, organizational and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee daily housekeeping operations across rooms, common areas, and facilities.
• Recruit, train, schedule, supervise and evaluate housekeeping staff with coaching as needed.
• Develop cleaning schedules and QA inspections to maintain standards.
• Conduct rounds, document findings, and follow up with corrective actions.
• Ensure infection control standards, safety procedures, and compliance with regulations.
• Coordinate with nursing, maintenance, and laundry to support resident needs.
• Manage supplies, inventory and cost-effective procurement of housekeeping items.
• Prepare records, schedules, reports and inspections as required.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Scheduling

Training

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Infection control knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lodge Retirement

A Caring Place Healthcare Group Facility

Why Choose Caring Place Healthcare Group?

• Supportive & Engaged Leadership – You're not just an employee.
• Career Growth Opportunities – Advance your career with ongoing training and development.
• A Company That Cares – Family-owned and committed to compassion, respect, and exceptional resident care.
• Competitive Pay & Benefits – Full-time team members are eligible to enroll in:
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance and short- and long-term disability.
  • PTO accrued each pay period, and a paid birthday PTO day
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
• All within a supportive, values-driven culture rooted in our passion. People Caring For And About People.

Your Role as a Housekeeping Director

The Housekeeping Director is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and overseeing the daily operations of the Housekeeping Department to ensure residents receive high-quality nutritional services in accordance with physician orders, resident preferences, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The Housekeeping Director is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary department while promoting resident satisfaction, team member engagement, and quality outcomes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct and oversee the daily operations of the housekeeping department, including the cleaning and sanitation of resident rooms, bathrooms, common areas, offices and other designated areas of the facility.
• Recruit, orient, train, schedule, supervise and evaluate housekeeping team members, and provide coaching and corrective action in accordance with facility policies.
• Develop and maintain cleaning schedules, assignments, procedures and quality assurance inspections to ensure established cleanliness and sanitation standards are consistently met.
• Conduct routine facility rounds and inspections, document findings and implement timely corrective action when concerns are identified.
• Ensure housekeeping practices comply with infection control standards, universal precautions, OSHA requirements, hazardous communication requirements and all applicable state and federal regulations.
• Ensure cleaning chemicals, supplies and equipment are labeled, stored, used and maintained safely and in accordance with manufacturer instructions and facility policy.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels and oversee the cost-effective procurement, distribution and control of housekeeping supplies and equipment.
• Prepare, maintain and submit department records, schedules, inspection reports, inventories and other documentation as required by facility policy and state and federal regulations.
• Coordinate housekeeping services with nursing, maintenance, laundry and other departments to support resident needs and facility operations.
• Respond promptly to resident, family and staff concerns regarding housekeeping services and ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Report maintenance needs, safety hazards, pest concerns and damaged equipment to the appropriate department and follow through to resolution.
• Participate in quality assurance, infection prevention, safety and other facility committees or meetings as assigned.
• Provide hands-on housekeeping support when needed to ensure resident care areas and facility operations are appropriately maintained.
• Communicate in a positive manner with healthcare team members, residents, families, visitors and vendors.
• Adhere to facility policies and procedures, including infection control, safety and HIPAA regulations.
• Responsible for maintaining a calm, supportive and caring environment for residents and staff.
• Responsible for complying with all safety and sanitation procedures including universal precautions.
• Responsible for attending in-service programs, educational workshops and meetings as required by the facility and state.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For:

• Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
• Previous housekeeping experience in a healthcare, skilled nursing, senior living or similar setting is preferred
• Must have experience in staff supervision, scheduling and training
• Knowledge of housekeeping practices, infection control, sanitation procedures, cleaning chemicals and equipment
• Strong leadership, organizational, problem-solving and time-management skills
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to maintain required documentation and manage department supplies within established budget expectations
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and to work independently and as a part of a team
• Ability to remain calm and cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position

Your Next Step Starts Here!

This is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.

Caring Place Healthcare Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status