Environment of Care Director

Freedom Magnolia•Magnolia, MS

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Freedom Behavioral is accepting applications for a full-time Environment of Care Director at its Magnolia, Mississippi location. The position oversees maintenance, housekeeping, dietary, and transportation departments for the designated hospital, including campus maintenance and environmental services. The director is responsible for the upkeep of the physical plant, including buildings and grounds, and considers the safety of patients, visitors, and employees in relation to the facility's surroundings, work processes, and operational procedures. The role supports patient, employee, and family safety and ensures the facility remains in operating condition around the clock. The employer notes that the position is currently filled but continues to accept applications to help prevent disruption to patient care if a vacancy occurs. Freedom Behavioral Health provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or experience in the building trades, with an emphasis on life safety and the environment of care.
3–5 years of experience in a hospital or nursing home setting.

Responsibilities

Ensure the facility remains in operating condition 24/7.
Conduct regular facility inspections to identify required work.
Investigate and address complaints or concerns involving the facility interior.
Create, update, and implement standard operating procedures for departmental tasks.
Inspect completed work to ensure it meets company and leadership expectations and standards.
Perform and assist with cleaning and maintenance duties as required.
Meet regularly with maintenance staff to discuss performance and expectations.
Identify and implement ways to improve facility quality and efficiency.
Promote a safe workplace and a company-wide safety culture.
Ensure safety equipment is present and operational and that equipment meets OSHA requirements to support a safe, compliant workplace.
Enforce safety and sanitation regulations.
Inspect materials, products, or equipment to identify defects or malfunctions.
Recommend or implement measures to motivate employees and improve production methods, equipment performance, product quality, or efficiency.
Requisition materials, supplies, equipment parts, or repair services.
Set up and adjust machines and equipment.
Oversee maintenance, housekeeping, dietary, and transportation departments, as well as campus maintenance and environmental services operations.
Maintain and upkeep the physical plant, including buildings and grounds.