Housekeeping Director

Ryders Health; Waterford, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

FSA and HRA with group medical plan

401(k) with employer match

Employer-paid life insurance

Paid meal period

Longevity awards

Disability insurance (short/long-term)

Eight paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Perfect attendance program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee discounts

Casual Fridays

Paid training and orientation

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Ryders Health Management is seeking an Environmental Services Director to lead Greentree Manor’s housekeeping operations in Waterford, CT. You will supervise staff, manage cleaning programs, and ensure infection control and safety standards are met across the facility.

You will collaborate with the Nursing Home Administrator, manage supplies and inspections, and help plan the department budget while maintaining resident dignity and privacy.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least three years of supervisory experience in environmental services.
• Knowledge of infection control practices and relevant safety requirements.
• Ability to read policies, procedures, and maintenance information.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, supervise, and direct housekeeping operations.
• Hire, train, coach, and evaluate Environmental Services staff; address performance concerns.
• Maintain and follow a current master cleaning plan for the facility.
• Conduct daily/weekly/monthly inspections to ensure a clean, safe environment.
• Develop procedures to improve housekeeping effectiveness and efficiency.
• Manage supplies, chemicals, equipment, and records.
• Assist in budgeting and policy decisions with the Administrator.
• Adhere to environmental, health, safety, and infection control requirements.
• Participate in disaster planning, training, and drills.
• Attend department and infection control meetings; protect residents’ rights.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Infection control knowledge

Leadership

Policy interpretation

Basic computer skills

Communication

Physical ability

Education

Associate degree preferred

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

Environmental Services Director

LOCATION:
Waterford, CT 06385

POSITION TYPE:
Full-Time

SHIFT(S):
1st shift

PAY RANGE:
$50,000 - $75,000

BENEFITS – FULL-TIME:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• FSA and HRA with applicable group medical plan

• 401(k) with employer match

• Employer-paid life insurance

• Paid meal period

• Longevity awards

• Short- and long-term disability

• Eight paid holidays

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Perfect attendance program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Employee discounts

• Casual Fridays

• Paid training and orientation

• Uniform allowance

JOB SUMMARY:

Are you an experienced environmental services leader who takes pride in creating a clean, safe, and comfortable home for residents? Greentree Manor is seeking an Environmental Services Director to oversee housekeeping operations and lead our Environmental Services team. Reporting to the Nursing Home Administrator, you will manage staff, cleaning programs, supplies, and inspections while helping the facility meet its infection control and safety standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, organize, supervise, and direct the facility’s housekeeping operations.

• Hire, train, assign, coach, and evaluate Environmental Services staff; address performance concerns according to company policy.

• Maintain and follow a current master cleaning plan for the entire facility.

• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly inspections to help ensure a clean, safe, and sanitary environment.

• Develop procedures and programs that improve the effectiveness of housekeeping services.

• Manage cleaning supplies, chemicals, equipment, and departmental records.

• Work with the Administrator to develop the department budget and refer matters requiring policy changes or outside contracts for approval.

• Follow applicable environmental, health, safety, and infection control requirements.

• Participate in disaster planning, emergency preparedness, staff training, and fire drills.

• Attend department head, Infection Control Committee, and QAPI meetings.

• Treat residents with dignity, protect their privacy, and support their rights.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

• At least three years of supervisory experience; environmental services experience in a skilled nursing facility preferred.

• Knowledge of infection control practices and relevant safety and regulatory requirements.

• Ability to read and interpret policies, procedures, equipment instructions, and maintenance information.

• Ability to prepare routine reports and correspondence and use basic computer programs.

• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage a team, conduct meetings, set goals, and work effectively with residents, families, and staff.

• Ability to perform the physical duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, including moving throughout the facility and lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 40 pounds.

ABOUT US:

Ryders Health Management is a family-owned management company overseeing skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers. Across our centers, we provide resident-centered care that supports each person’s recovery goals, whether they are with us for short-term rehabilitation or long-term care.

Our commitment to staff includes a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.

OUR CARING COMMUNITY:

Greentree Manor is a 90-bed skilled nursing facility located in Waterford, Connecticut. As part of the Ryders Health family, you will lead a team whose work helps residents feel safe and comfortable every day.

Come join our dedicated team of professionals!

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact Human Resources.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.