Manager - Housekeeping

East Tennessee Behavioral Health • Knoxville, TN

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About The Position

Direct and oversee the day-to-day operation of housekeeping activities to maintain a clean and healthy environment for patient care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Three or more years’ housekeeping experience in a commercial, clinic or healthcare environment required.
• Valid state driver's license, where required in a facility.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of sanitation techniques and equipment operation with training in universal precautions and infection control preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the day-to-day performance and operation of housekeeping duties for the facility.
• Perform cleaning duties safely and in accordance with applicable federal and state regulations or laws.
• Follow organization policy and procedures to maintain a clean and sanitary environment.
• Disinfect rooms, furniture, fixtures, equipment and supplies, using appropriate processes and germicides or cleaning equipment.
• Provide staff management including hiring, development, training, performance management and communication to ensure effective and efficient department operation.
• Provide guidance to staff to ensure work assignments and cleaning schedules are followed as outlined for respective shift / area.
• Launder soiled linens as directed.
• Maintain adequate cleaning supplies and linens for department/unit use.
• Properly clean and store all equipment and supplies after each shift.
• Prepare rooms for meetings and arrange decorations and furniture for the facility.
• Adhere to infection control measures.
• Responsible for the supervision of staff, provides orientation and training for new personnel.
• Perform other housekeeping duties, such as move and arrange furniture, turn mattresses, clean kitchens, cooking utensils, silverware, sweep, scrub, wax, or polish floors, as needed.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED