A local Nursing home is seeking an experienced Director of Housekeeping.
DUTIES:
- Supervise all personnel in the Housekeeping/ Laundry Department
- Maintain a high level of cleanliness & safety throughout our facility
- Plan/coordinate work schedules and assign staff to established work areas & duties
- Attend & participate in departmental staff meetings, development/training courses
- Provide individual guidance & motivation to employees
- Assign equipment to staff; monitor daily equipment use, cleaning & maintenance
- Ensure that all equipment is clean and in working condition at all times
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have prior healthcare housekeeping management experience
- Minimum a high school diploma or equivalent
- Course in institutional housekeeping management is preferred
- Strong work ethic, intense drive and initiative for quality & customer service
- Excellent written & oral communication skills and great problem-solving skills
- Understanding of budgeting processes, awareness of profit & loss concepts
- Excellent administrative and organizational skills and an ability to prioritize
- Strong stress management and leadership skills required
- Strong computer skills
