Housekeeping Director

EPIC Healthcare; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

EPIC Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Housekeeping Director for our nursing home. You will lead the housekeeping department to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents.

The role involves overseeing operations, scheduling, staff supervision, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Ideal candidates have hands-on management experience in healthcare housekeeping, strong leadership, and a focus on high cleanliness standards.

Qualifications

• Hands-on approach to managing housekeeping operations.
• Experience in supervisory/management roles in healthcare or long-term care settings.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and safety protocols.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day housekeeping operations and ensure health and safety standards are met.
• Develop and implement cleaning schedules and procedures for timely completion.
• Train, supervise, and evaluate housekeeping staff for quality performance.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment; keep stock healthy.
• Perform regular inspections to ensure cleanliness, safety, and sanitation standards.

Skills

Hands-on management

Supervisory experience

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Leadership

Education

High school diploma

Facility management training

Job description

NOW HIRING: Housekeeping Director

Position Summary:

Our nursing home is seeking a dedicated and experienced Housekeeping Director to lead our housekeeping department and ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our residents. The Housekeeping Director will be responsible for overseeing all cleaning and sanitation operations within the facility, leading a team of housekeeping staff, and maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the housekeeping department, ensuring all areas of the facility are cleaned and maintained to meet health and safety standards.
• Develop and implement effective cleaning schedules and procedures, ensuring timely and thorough completion of tasks.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate housekeeping staff to ensure efficient and high-quality performance.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, ensuring they are fully stocked and in good working condition.
• Perform regular inspections of the facility to ensure cleanliness, safety, and sanitation standards are consistently met.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local health and safety regulations, as well as facility policies.
• Address specific cleaning or sanitation needs requested by residents, families, or staff.
• Manage the housekeeping department budget, controlling costs and tracking expenses.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operations and optimal care for residents.

Qualifications:

• A very hands-on approach to managing housekeeping operations, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and organization.
• High school diploma or equivalent (additional training in facility management or housekeeping preferred).
• Experience in a supervisory or management role in housekeeping, preferably in a healthcare or long-term care setting.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and safety protocols.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, residents, and families.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high cleanliness standards.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.