What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeping/Laundry Supervisor - PCAL position at First Atlantic Healthcare?
PCAL is part of our First Atlantic Healthcare family of nursing and assisted living facilities, 100% Maine based and family-owned. We take pride in service to others, knowing we make a difference in the lives of our seniors. For you and your team members, our homes provide a rewarding career and sense of purpose. Under the ownership of First Atlantic Healthcare, Portland Center Assisted Living follows in First Atlantic's long standing reputation for excellence in Long Term Care.
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Position Summary
The primary purpose of your job position is to manage the Housekeeping and Laundry Department of the facility. Performs, makes decisions and assumes responsibilities regarding scheduled housekeeping and laundry tasks. Responsible for maintaining the facility environment in a sanitary, orderly, safe, and attractive condition and in accordance with regulatory and licensing standards.
Functions And Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To
Learn more about us at https://pcalmaine.com/
Position Summary
The primary purpose of your job position is to manage the Housekeeping and Laundry Department of the facility. Performs, makes decisions and assumes responsibilities regarding scheduled housekeeping and laundry tasks. Responsible for maintaining the facility environment in a sanitary, orderly, safe, and attractive condition and in accordance with regulatory and licensing standards.
Functions And Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To
- Responsible to oversee all daily operations of the housekeeping and laundry departments and delegate tasks as indicated to fulfill the daily operational duties with the departments.
- Assures proper disposal of refuse, in conjunction with the Maintenance Director
- Keeps work areas neat and practices safe work techniques
- Proper use of housekeeping equipment, such as mops, polishers, vacuums, etc. required for cleaning and general maintenance of the floors, walls, carpets, and windows.
- Provides for a safe and sanitary operation for all laundry equipment
- Works in conjunction with the Maintenance Director to organize and implement an ongoing preventative maintenance program for resident rooms, including but not limited to patching, painting and preparing rooms for new residents.
- Orders necessary supplies within approved budget
- Establishes standards and work procedures for housekeeping and laundry staff in accordance with established policies.
- Coordinates / provides general and departmental orientation for new employees in a systematic manner per approved facility developed checklist
- Attends department head and managers meetings as needed
- Participates in Safety Committee meetings
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Administrator
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Preferred experience with housekeeping/laundry supervision in an institution of comparable size (preferably a health care facility)
- Knowledge of life safety, local, state and federal codes. Must possess a level of computer literacy with applicable programs and the internet
