_Housekeeping Supervisor _
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Position O verview
Supervises the daily operations of the Housekeeping Department to ensure a safe, clean and sanitary environment in accordance with laws, regulations and facility guidelines.

Basic Qua lifications

Education & Certification:
High school diploma or equivalent

Skills & Requirements:
Must possess the ability to read, write and speak the English language, must be patient, friendly, courteous and respectful to residents in any situation, including difficult ones; must be able to make independent decisions when necessary; must have the ability to follow housekeeping guidelines as outlined by the company; must be able to move frequently throughout the workday; must be able to lift 30 lbs floor to waist; lift 10 lbs waist to shoulder; lift and carry 30 lbs; and push/pull 30 lbs.

Experience:
Minimum one year experience in housekeeping in a large establishment; one year supervisory experience; health care experience preferred.

Working C onditions
Primarily works in an office setting and throughout the facility, including resident rooms; bends, lifts, sits, stands and moves frequently throughout the shift; deals with frequent interruptions and possibly upset residents and family members; works regularly scheduled shifts with possible weekends, holidays and other hours based on resident needs; participates in required continuing education programs; subject to odors, falls, burns and exposure to infectious diseases, waste, etc., including AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.

Competencie s of Position

Professionalism: Reports to work on time and as scheduled; works in unison with all staff; displays a willingness to help others; embraces constructive criticism.

Resident Rights: Promptly reports resident grievances to supervisors; treats all resident care information with confidentiality; continuously monitors assigned areas to ensure residents are treated fairly and with dignity and respect at all times.

Organizational and Leadership Skills: Ability to multi-task and is detail-oriented; possesses the ability to effectively prioritize matters promptly and appropriately; understands the importance of follow-up; ability to solve problems and treat each situation fairly; is calming during a crisis situation.

Safety Awareness: Follows safety program guidelines; immediately reports accidents and incidents to supervisors; identifies unsafe working areas and promptly reports to supervisors; promotes safety by working as safely and efficiently as possible; consistently follows infection control and universal precautions and other guidelines; identifies and corrects or reports hazardous conditions to supervisors; understands facility emergency and evacuation protocols; operates equipment with care and safety; maintains clean and safe work areas; properly disposes of trash; follows company guidelines for safety and sanitation.

Customer Service: Treats all residents, families, co-workers and supervisors with dignity and respect and takes initiative to exceed customer expectations; professionally represents the facility, self and position to visitors and residents; demonstrates a positive attitude and willingness to help to all visitors and residents; remains sensitive to all needs through listening, observing and responding appropriately for the position held; respects resident personal items.

Essential J ob Duties

1. Recruits, selects and orients qualified team members for the Housekeeping Department.

2. Provides expectations and monitors performance of Housekeeping Department in accordance with budgetary obligations.

3. Closely monitors resident rooms, bathrooms and other common areas within the facility to ensure the
Housekeeping Department is performing cleaning routines that meet facility guidelines and state laws and regulations for sanitation.

4. Monitors daily, weekly and monthly cleaning schedules to ensure adherence by Housekeeping Department.

5. Oversees the cleaning of floors, including dust mop, wet mop, sweeping, polishing and vacuuming.

6. Performs inspections to ensure cleanliness and sanitation of the facility.

Other Job Duties

7. Cleans furnishings which are moveable or stationary through the facility, including light fixtures, water fountains, etc.

8. Dusts, disinfects, washes and polishes vents, shelves, doorways, corners, etc.

9. Empties, disinfects and places new liners in waste containers or garbage cans.

10. Cleans bathroom fixtures, floors, sinks, tubs, walls mirrors and toilets.

11. Cleans hallway floors, rails and walls, stairways, and elevators.

12. Assists with above cleaning tasks as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Shift:

8 hour shift

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Cleaning Experience: 3 years (Preferred)
Leadership/Managerial: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

Melbourne, FL 32901: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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Housekeeping Supervisor