Supervisor Environmental Services FT Evenings

About the role

The Environmental Supervisor at MercyOne Dubuque is responsible for providing effective leadership, guidance, and supervision of the daily functions of Environmental Services. This position requires previous experience of 3-5 years in environmental services/housekeeping, including 1-2 years in a leadership/supervisory role, preferably in a hospital setting. Formalized training in environmental cleaning programs and safety methodology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans, assigns, and monitors colleague work performance to achieve efficient and effective departmental operations.
• Aids the Director in developing and implementing policies and procedures that ensure safety, cleanliness, and compliance with all applicable policies and regulations.
• Schedules, places, trains, evaluates, and disciplines staff members.
• Ensures efficient and effective cleaning duties by adjusting staff to changing workloads and overseeing orientation and training.
• Delegates work tasks to appropriate staff, evaluates supply needs, and orders supplies as needed.
• Serves as a role model for Environmental Services staff and assists with procedural matters.
• Performs supervisory functions efficiently, using resources to continually improve work quality.
• Assists with hiring, scheduling, and training staff, and oversees day-to-day activities.
• Monitors unit inspections after discharge cleaning and daily room cleaning to ensure hospital quality standards are met.
• Corrects deficiencies in a timely manner and conducts routine rounds to identify opportunities for improvement and equipment/facility needs.
• Ensures equipment is safe, clean, and in proper working condition, requesting or completing repairs and maintenance as necessary.

Requirements

• Previous experience of 3-5 years in environmental services/housekeeping, including 1-2 years in a leadership/supervisory role, preferably in a hospital setting.
• Formalized training in environmental cleaning programs and safety methodology preferred.
• Knowledge of proper and safe chemical use and handling.
• Demonstrated general working knowledge of computers and department-specific software (e.g., HealthStream, Word, Excel, Outlook; internet/intranet).
• Ability to use other software as required to perform essential functions of the job.
• Valid driver's license.
• Compliance with Trinity Health policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree preferred.

Skills

• Effective leadership and supervision skills.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of environmental cleaning and safety practices.
• Ability to handle chemicals safely.
• Proficiency in computer software relevant to the job.

Benefits

MercyOne Dubuque offers a full benefits package and opportunities for growth within the system. For more information, visit MercyOne Careers.

Pay

Competitive compensation is offered.

Schedule

Shift: Evening Shift
Schedule: 1:30 pm - 10:00 pm; weekends as needed

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.