ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES - HOSPITAL / HEALTHCARE

Compass Group•Wichita, KS

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About The Position

The Assistant Director of Environmental Services supports the leadership and daily operations of the Environmental Services/Housekeeping department at a 400-bed healthcare facility. The role helps ensure that the department meets established objectives, standards, policies, procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The Assistant Director partners with the Director to maintain financial accountability within the approved budget while maximizing value for the client, fosters interdepartmental relationships, and leads a team of 100 associates. The position also ensures Environmental Services is integrated into the facility’s overall operational plan.

Requirements

Three to five years of EVS/housekeeping experience, preferably in a hospital environment; experience duration may depend on formal degree or training.
Excellent patient services, guest relations, or customer service experience.
Proficient computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and internet use.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Professional (CHESP) certification is highly desirable.
Experience with federal and state healthcare surveys.
Experience with P&L accountability and contract management.
Hospital-environment EVS/housekeeping experience.

Responsibilities

Monitor daily assignments, adjust staffing as needed, and support safe, compliant, and efficient patient coverage and adherence to procedures.
Lead, orient, train, and develop associates to maintain competency, support continuous growth, and deliver high-quality care and safe practices.
Maintain a sanitary, attractive, orderly environment.
Plan, organize, direct, coordinate, and supervise department functions and activities.
Conduct regular management staff meetings and communicate with other departments to coordinate activities.
Keep the department inspection-ready and ensure it operates within federal, state, and local regulations.
Maintain excellent relations with the client and client departments.
Serve on community committees and participate in professional organizations.
Maintain position competency by participating in Community Works and outside training programs as required.
Follow client and community policies and procedures.
Promote the professional growth and development of the team and department employees.
Implement changes to the environmental services program that improve the desirability of the community for current and future residents.
Encourage and nurture associate creativity and innovation through the Community Works program.
Maintain appropriate security for client-owned property, supplies, and operating funds.
Partner with the Director to maintain financial accountability within the approved budget and maximize value for the client.