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

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Provide orientation and training for new personnel.

· Provide staff management to including hiring, development, training, performance management and communication to ensure effective and efficient department operation.

· Perform routine and specific cleaning and custodial tasks in the general upkeep, sanitation and cleanliness for the facility.

· Provide guidance and direction to staff and encourage/build mutual trust, respect and cooperation among team members.

· Lead the environmental / or housekeeping services for facility.

· Provide guidance to staff to ensure work assignments and cleaning schedules are followed as outlined for respective shift / area.

· Maintain all areas of the facility for proper cleaning and disinfecting.

· Maintain a cleaning schedule.

· Responsible for cleaning duties in accordance with applicable federal and state regulations or laws, and organization policy and procedures in order to maintain a clean and sanitary environment as needed

· Maintain adequate cleaning supplies for department / unit use.

· Prepare rooms for meetings, arrange decorations and furniture for facility functions.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

· Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

· High school diploma or equivalent required.

· Two or more years’ housekeeping experience in a commercial, clinic or healthcare environment required.

· Knowledge of sanitation techniques and equipment operation with training in universal precautions and infection control preferred.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

· Valid state driver's license, where required in a facility.

· CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).

· First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.