Supervisor-Housekeeping

POSITION TYPE:  Non-Direct Care                                            FLSA STATUS:      Non-Exempt

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Direct and oversee the day-to-day operation of housekeeping activities to maintain a clean and healthy environment for patient care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist in the day-to-day operation of housekeeping for the facility.
• Perform cleaning duties safely and in accordance with applicable federal and state regulations or laws.
• Organization policy and procedures in order to maintain a clean and sanitary environment.
• Disinfect rooms, furniture, fixtures, equipment and supplies, using appropriate processes and germicides or cleaning equipment.
• Provide guidance to staff to ensure work assignments and cleaning schedules are followed as outlined for respective shift / area.
• Launder soiled linens as directed.
• Maintain adequate cleaning supplies for department / unit use.
• Properly clean and store all equipment and supplies after each shift.
• Prepare rooms for meetings and arrange decorations, media equipment, and furniture for facility.
• May be responsible for stocking of supplies.
• Routinely practice infection control measures.
• Responsible for the supervision of staff, provides orientation and training for new personnel. 
• Other housekeeping duties, such as move and arrange furniture, turn mattresses, clean kitchens, cooking utensils, silverware, sweep, scrub, wax, or polish floors, as needed.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Two or more years of Leadership or supervisory experience required

• One or more years of housekeeping experience in a commercial, clinic, or healthcare environment

• Knowledge of sanitation techniques and equipment operation

• Training in universal precautions and infection control preferred

• Basic reading, writing, and speaking skills in English sufficient to provide and receive instructions and directions

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

Valid state driver's license, where required in a facility.  First Aid, CPR, de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).