Director of Plant Operations

NewVista Behavioral Health•Springfield, MA

About The Position

The NewVista mission is to inspire hope and deliver holistic care to those in need of behavioral health services in a contemporary and healing environment – one that is conducive to providing the life skills needed to regain stability and independence, utilizing a passionate and highly trained team of professionals. With a blend of group therapy, clinical treatment and unique surroundings, our beautiful healthcare centers provide a safe, healing environment for adults and seniors with a variety of complex needs. We provide a serene environment that promotes medical, rehabilitative and emotional health, and are devoted to promoting greater peace of mind on the journey of hope and healing. At Ethan treatment centers we work with individuals and their support systems to identify factors leading to addiction; equip individuals with the resources needed to address addictive triggers and reconnect individuals with their support system and community. Our Outreach Coordinators, Admissions Counselors, and Intake Team work together to provide a comprehensive onboarding process. From scheduling an admission date to acquainting individuals to the campus, and everything in between, patients are supported by our team of compassionate employees. Our compassionate team members work in a challenging yet rewarding environment where each person is a part of making direct impact to our patient’s lives. Our team members work with our patients to help in the recovery and treatment process to restore to a better quality life through their individual plans, group therapy and overall stay at our facility. Perks at Work Team Members enjoy a variety of perks in working with the NewVista brand company. We offer competitive market wages along with a full robust package around Healthcare, Life Balance, Education, Leadership Development and Recognition. Healthcare + Life Balance: Medical Packages with Rx – 3 Choices Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Dependent Day Care Spending Accounts Health Spending Accounts (HSA) with a company match Dental Care Program – 2 choices Vision Plan Life Insurance Options Accidental Insurances Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Programs 401k with a Company Match Education + Leadership Development Tuition Reimbursements Student Loan forgiveness Mentoring + Trainer Opportunities through our Horizon Mentorship Program Growth in Director and CEO positions through our Horizon Leadership Program Handle with Care Trainer – Certifications Recognition + Rewards On the spot recognition Prizes Team Member of the Quarter Team Member of the Year Monthly Celebrations Team Member Recognition Cards

Requirements

Education: High school degree or equivalent
Work Experience: Previous experience in plant operations in a hospital setting preferred.
Strong understanding of regulatory requirements helpful.
Other Requirements Positive Attitude!
Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Teamwork, flexibility needed to fulfill job responsibilities, adapting to changes in work environment and accepting supervisory feedback.

Responsibilities

Keeps disaster preparedness plans up to date and holds regular in-services to educate staff.
Keeps all tools stored appropriately in a safe manner away from patient access.
Communicates with Human Resources on positions needing to be posted and/or filled.
Involved in selection and interview process for all maintenance and housekeeping applicants.
Coordinates orientation and educates new hires during orientation on required safety guidelines.
Collaborate with all departments is developing accurate risk management planning.
Reports risk management updates on schedule and makes necessary changes to monitoring criteria as appropriate.
Maintains knowledge of local codes as applies to environment of care and safety issues.
Involves all staff/all shifts in monthly fire and safety drills.
Inspects safety of all patient areas, bathrooms, outside areas, etc., and ensure all proper documentation of such in accordance with policy and procedures.
Ensures adequate preventative maintenance of building facilities/equipment.
Provides accurate records of such and keeps up to date contact lists that are easily accessible for repairs.
Completes monthly safety inspections and presents to safety committee.
Prepares quarterly safety planning and keeps accurate data results.
Maintains up to date electrical safety lockout/tag out procedures.
All electrical equipment is inspected and tagged prior to use.
Alert to safety issues of the hospital and assesses for potential harmful situations.
Ensures adequate safety supplies are in place and reordered as needed, i.e. spill kits, eye wash, first aid kits.
Maintains accurate and complete incident report spreadsheet and prepares statement for reporting to committee monthly.
Initiates and tracks Performance Improvement policies and procedures and collaborates with all departments with maintaining accurate department PI monitors.
Aware of necessary JCAHO, CMS, State regulations and shows ability to use resources to seek needed information.
Performs routine audits to ensure compliance to all standards of performance.
Provides in-service education and orientation to EOC and dietary staff.
Ensures all staff competencies and current and consistent with hospital guidelines.
Provides leadership and management to all EOC staff and conducts regular departmental meetings to consistently improve service.
Maintains blueprints, sketches, and operational manuals for maintenance and repair projects and takes all necessary safety precautions for such.