Job Description

Purpose

The primary purpose of this position is to plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of the Housekeeping Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing our facility, and as may be directed by the Executive Director, to assure that our facility is maintained in a clean, safe, and comfortable manner.

Essential Job Functions Duties and Responsibilities

Housekeeping Functions

1. Plan, organize, implement, evaluate and direct housekeeping services as well as its programs and activities, in accordance with all current rules and regulations.
2. Participate in the development, maintenance and updating of policies and procedures, job descriptions, in-services and housekeeping forms for the community.
3. Provide written and oral reports.
4. Perform administrative duties such as completing budget tracking or spend down sheets, reports and evaluations.
5. Performs housekeeper/laundry functions.
6. Do periodic checks on apartments to ensure proper procedures are followed.
7. Final check on move-outs and prepare apartment for next occupant.
8. Set up and maintain model apartments.
9. Communicate with other department managers to plan for housekeeping services.
10. Coordinate repairs needed within the physical plant.

Personnel Functions

1. Recommend to the Executive Director and/or Human Resources Director the number and level of personnel to be employed.
2. Determine the hours for staffing necessary to meet resident and community needs.
3. Assist in the recruitment, interviewing, and selection of personnel.
4. Schedule department work hours (including vacation and holiday schedules), personnel, work assignments, cleaning schedules, etc., to expedite work.
5. Assist in staff development. Formally and informally monitor performance personnel and ensure adjustments/corrections are made by using coaching, counseling, and discipline methods. Work with the Executive Director to resolve staff performance issues including those that may lead to termination.
6. Develop and participate in the planning, conducting, scheduling, etc., of in‑service training classes, on‑the‑job training and orientation programs for maintenance personnel.
7. Assist in keeping employee training records up to date.

Safety and Sanitation

1. Ensure that housekeeping personnel follow established safety regulations at all times including the use of equipment and supplies.
2. Ensure that supplies, equipment, etc., are maintained to provide a safe and comfortable environment.
3. Assume the responsibility for obtaining/maintaining material safety data sheets (MSDS) for hazardous chemicals in the department. Ensure that containers of hazardous chemicals in the department are properly labeled and stored. Ensure that all personnel are trained to use labels and MSDS to recognize hazards and to follow appropriate protective measures.
4. Develop, maintain, and implement infection control, disposal policies, and universal precautions policies and procedures to assure that a sanitary environment is maintained at all times and that aseptic and isolation techniques are followed by all personnel.

Equipment and Supply Functions

1. Recommend to the Executive Director the equipment and supply needs of the department.
2. Place orders for equipment and supplies.
3. Ensure that adequate supplies and equipment are on hand at all times.

Budget and Planning

1. Assist in preparing and planning the Housekeeping Department's budget and submit to the Executive Director for review, recommendations, and approval.
2. Maintain current written records of department expenditures and ensure that adequate financial records and costs reports are submitted to the Executive Director upon request or as necessary.
3. Manage inventory and stay within the projected budget at all times.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and accept constructive criticism. Must be able to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public. Must be able to work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and potentially hostile people within the facility. Must be able to speak, write and understand English in a manner that is sufficient for effective communication with supervisors, employees, residents, and families.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent

Prefer experience in a supervisory capacity in a hospital or other related industry.

Licensing/Certifications

None

Physical Requirements

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or others in the work place will not be considered qualified for employment if physical requirements cannot be eliminated or reduced by reasonable accommodation.

Essential functions are carried out in a variety of positions including standing and sitting. To meet residents’ needs, all positions require the ability to move freely through the building. Other physical demands are required as described below.

Equipment and Tools

List equipment and tools operated and the frequency of use:

(Those that cannot be delegated to a co-worker.)

Facility Vehicles: Equipment: Computer and personal communication devices

Tools: Housekeeping equipment and supplies Other:

Working Conditions

Check which working conditions the employee is subject to:

Physical Conditions:

Extreme temperatures Noise Wet and/or humid Vibration

Workplace Hazards:

X Blood, body fluids and/or infectious disease Hot Water Mechanical Electrical

Chemical Gasses Other___________

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