Environmental Services Department Manager

Healthcare Services Group, Inc.•Portland, ME

2d•$50,000 - $52,000

About The Position

Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is seeking an Environmental Services Department Manager to lead housekeeping, laundry, and floor care teams in a long-term care facility. The manager oversees staff and daily operations, helps maintain compliance with company policies and applicable federal and state requirements, and supports positive customer and resident experiences. The role combines supervision with hands-on work, including light and heavy housekeeping and laundry aide duties across varying shifts. The manager also coordinates staff training and quality control, maintains operational records using HCSG computer software, and serves as a liaison between facility occupants and administrators and HCSG staff. The position requires safe handling of cleaning products and protective equipment, reliable attendance, and the ability to perform routine, repetitive tasks.

Requirements

Maintain a positive attitude and communicate effectively with building occupants, administration, and HCSG leadership.
Comply with COVID-19 vaccination policies.
Lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push and pull up to 50 pounds.
Stand, sit, bend, and walk for extended periods.
Perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously and daily.
Work around food and cleaning products.
Follow oral and written instructions.
Reside within the service area.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Two years of experience in healthcare housekeeping and supervision preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage and supervise housekeeping, laundry, and floor care staff, ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and federal and state requirements.
Perform and lead teams in light housekeeping, heavy housekeeping, and laundry aide duties across varying shifts.
Lead staff training, quality control, and in-service sessions; ensure timely completion of projects and programs.
Maintain records of income, expenditures, supplies, personnel, and equipment using HCSG computer software.
Act as a liaison between building occupants and administrators and HCSG staff, communicating directives effectively.
Use protective gear appropriately and ensure safe use of cleaning solutions and adherence to safety precautions.
Maintain consistent attendance and punctuality and complete tasks on time.
Represent HCSG positively through courteous interactions with supervisors, co-workers, client staff, residents, and guests.
Perform all other duties as assigned.