Director of Plant Operations - Behavioral Health Setting

UHS•Highlands Ranch, CO

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Highlands Behavioral Health System is an 86-bed, acute care psychiatric hospital located in Littleton, CO. Highlands features individual units for adolescents, adults, and seniors, and offers inpatient acute care, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs. The Director of Plant Operations (DPO) is responsible for the overall quality and safety of the physical facility, including developing, implementing, and maintaining policies and procedures that meet all regulatory and compliance needs to create a safe environment for patients, employees, and visitors. The DPO manages and organizes the operations of the facility, including IT, housekeeping, and dietary, while maintaining compliance with all applicable codes, standards of government, and regulatory agencies. This position is part of the leadership team and, as such, develops and maintains good working relationships with all other departments.

Requirements

Degree in facility management or related field preferred; or equivalent in related experience.
A minimum of four (4) years related experience, at least one year of management experience, and thorough knowledge and experience with Joint Commission accreditation, reading blueprints and understand Life Safety Code and OSHA Regulations along with Title 22 and Title 24 knowledge.
Certification in plant management preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the ongoing, effective operation of the Plant and ongoing assessment and improvement of all services.
Plans, organizes, directs, coordinates and controls the operations of the Maintenance department.
Maintains compliance with applicable regulatory agency requirements, including Joint Commission Standards, Life Safety Code, NFPA, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), State and Local agencies and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
Manages staff and contractors to adequately ensure and maintain the efficient and safe operation of all hospital buildings.
Plans, predicts, maintains and repairs building and equipment. Utilizes energy management and tracking tools in order to maintain efficient utility operations.
Develops and manages operating and capital budgets.
Able to communicate in a clear and concise manner.
Computer/Software programs: Type 35+ WPM, Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Ability to learn specialized plant management systems and data entry.