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Housekeeping Director

Athena Health Care Systems, Plymouth, MA, United States


We are hiring a Director of Housekeeping and Laundry Services to join our dynamic care team at Plymouth Rehabilitation & Health Care Center!

Plymouth Rehab is a 152-bed skilled nursing facility. Salaried role with weekly pay. $26 to $28 an hour, depending on experience.

Experience & Education

Must possess as a minimum a high school diploma.

A minimum of one (1) year experience in a supervisory capacity.

Training in the operation of laundry equipment, practices, and procedures is preferred.

Must be knowledgeable in building cleaning and floor maintenance techniques.

Duties & Responsibilities

Meet the laundry and housekeeping needs of the facility.

Manage the department within labor and supply budget guidelines.

Ensure the completion of the laundry process and the delivery of adequate levels of linen in a timely manner.

Assure that all laundry machinery, equipment are in a safe and efficient working condition.

Maintains chemicals under safe conditions at all times.

Remove torn, worn, soiled linen or clothing from inventory.

Mend and iron as necessary.

Ensure residents’ rooms are neat, clean and free from odor.

Wet mops floors daily.

Buff floors as requested.

Shampoo and extract carpets as per schedule.

Attend to spills immediately.

Empty trash liners and clean containers.

Clean bed and rails with disinfectant.

Clean all countertops, windowsills, overbed and bedside tables and furniture.

Strip, seal and refinish floors as per schedule.

Clean windows and mirrors.

Specific Requirements

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.

Oversees the quality and workmanship of all cleaning personnel and outside contractors.

Must be knowledgeable of housekeeping and laundry practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations and guidelines governing housekeeping functions in the long‑term care facility.

Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise professional and non‑professional personnel.

Must have the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, procedures, etc., of the department.

Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., the appearance of the housekeeping areas, and must perform regular inspections of resident rooms/units for sanitation, order, safety and proper performance of assigned duties.

Must ensure compliance with building safety and fire codes.

Must complete necessary schedules, worksheets, logs and records of work performers and planners.

Serves on‑call for emergencies and off‑duty hours.

Represents department at pertinent facility meetings and in various capacities.

Supervises department personnel including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, orientating, and evaluating.

Benefits

Competitive and Weekly Pay

Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees

Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees

Career Advancement Opportunities

Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Employer Paid Life Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Vacation and Personal Time

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed facilities/agencies follow federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).

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