Housekeeping Supervisor

General Summary:

 The Housekeeping Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Environmental Services Department.  The Housekeeper is also responsible for training and supervising all housekeepers, ordering supplies, chemicals and equipment, assisting with budget preparation, and operating within budgetary guidelines. The Housekeeping Supervisor is responsible for maintaining excellent relations with the residents and promoting good departmental morale.

Principle Duties:

Essential Job Duties:

1. Supervises the performance of all housekeepers through personal inspections of apartments and Health Center rooms, as assigned.
2. Assists in the recruitment of staff, training, evaluating and disciplining all housekeepers.
3. Keeps required records, reports and studies.
4. Coordinates annual apartment cleanings with the Environmental Services Director.
5. Coordinates department functions with those of other departments.
6. Conducts inventories of all housekeeping supplies, and places monthly orders for all housekeeping supplies.
7. Coordinates the scheduling of all apartment cleaning and special cleaning projects.

Other Duties:

1. Performs the duties of a Housekeeper as necessary.
2. Participates in the research, preparation and writing of the department budget.
3. Assists in operating the Department within budget guidelines.
4. Implements and monitors departmental compliance with all infection control policies and procedures.
5. Orders necessary supplies, chemicals and equipment.
6. Tests and evaluates new products to improve efficiency.
7. Fills in as a Housekeeper in the event of staffing shortages.
8. Performs specific work duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Facilities Director.

Qualifications:

1.  High school education required.  Special courses in housekeeping or institutional management are desirable.
2. Good oral and written communications skills are essential.
3. Prior housekeeping supervisory experience in a retirement community, hotel or health care setting required.
4. Knowledge of housekeeping and infection control procedures required.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

Must be able to move throughout the building and grounds as needed throughout the day; must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.  Good visual and hearing acuity required; good verbal communication skills required. May be exposed to communicable diseases, and blood and body fluids that may contain HIV and/or HBV.  May be exposed to cleaning chemicals and offensive odors.

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I have read my Job Description. I understand the information contained in the Job Description. I further understand that this Job Description is not intended and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, efforts or PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS associated with my job. I may be required to perform additional tasks necessary to meet standards of care and service.