Housekeeping Group Leader

NY United Health Services•Johnson City, NY

7d•$18 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

United Health Services (UHS) is seeking a motivated Housekeeping Group Leader to supervise and support a team responsible for maintaining cleanliness and safety throughout our facilities. You’ll coordinate daily schedules, train staff on best practices, and ensure all areas meet rigorous hygiene and infection control standards. Every connection matters—in this role, your leadership directly impacts patient comfort, staff efficiency, and the overall environment. By fostering teamwork and attention to detail, you help create clean, welcoming spaces that support healing and well-being. If you’re ready to lead with purpose and make a visible difference, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or five (5) years Housekeeping experience.
Experienced with project work (floor care/carpet care, cleaning), both performing and overseeing.

Nice To Haves

Previous Group Leader/supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Possess a thorough understanding of ESA, Floor Tech, and Project Worker duties and perform these tasks as needed to support the team
Conduct regular tours of assigned work areas to monitor staff performance, ensuring tasks are completed according to training, quality standards, and patient throughput requirements
Prepare detailed written inspection reports for assigned areas to support the department’s quality assurance program and help identify areas for improvement
Assist supervisors with staff scheduling to ensure adequate coverage and efficient workflow
Schedule, supervise, and actively participate with staff in moving furniture, equipment, and supplies safely and efficiently
Train and mentor new and existing employees, providing close supervision to new staff until they meet department standards
Maintain working knowledge of all housekeeping equipment and chemicals, ensuring proper use and upkeep to maximize safety and effectiveness
Enforce safety guidelines consistently, including proper PPE use, safe chemical handling, floor care equipment operation, linen/waste cart management, and furniture moving procedures
Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements related to handling, transporting, and packaging of regulated medical waste, municipal waste, linens, and confidential paper
Monitor and verify completion of required logs and paperwork associated with daily housekeeping tasks and department protocols
Demonstrate thorough knowledge of and adherence to departmental policies and procedures, leading by example for the team
Perform additional duties as assigned to support the overall housekeeping operations and departmental goals

Benefits

We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week.
With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best.
Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge.
We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards.
When life gets tough, we’re here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.
With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads.
We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.

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