Housekeeping / Environmental Services Director

Overview

Early Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access is available for Hourly Associates

If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us!  You’ll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness.  

We are looking for an energetic, creative, Resdent Engagement Director who can embrace our mission  to enrich the lives of those we serve, and who is driven by their passion to make a positive difference!

 

Brookdale Northbrook is hiring a Director of Housekeeping

A Senior Living Community with Assisted and Independent Living

 

Make Lives Better Including Your Own! 

 

 

Overview: 

• Responsible for managing staff, schedules, budgets, and ensuring the cleanliness of the community
• Create and Maintain communial space cleaning schedule
• Hands on position, working beside your team 

 

Brookdale is a GREAT place to further your career!

• Career Path for All positions!  
• Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status 
• Variety of Associate Discount
• We pride ourselves with a culture of caring. All leadership team members and associates partner together to make sure each resident feels like they are family
• We recognize our staff with our monthly Everyday Hero award and prizes (PTO & Bonus)
• If you have a passion for helping others  with a desire to to thrive professionally  every day, this is the opportunity for you!   

 

To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

 

Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Full-time associates in role are eligible for an annual bonus incentive and sales referral bonuses.

Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Manages all housekeeping operations within a community to ensure a high standard of cleanliness both inside and outside the community. Supervises the housekeeping staff, directly or through subordinate managers/supervisors, and may be required to supervise other positions.

Manages housekeeping staff and coordinates staffing schedules to ensure the proper cleaning of offices, public spaces, residential apartments, and community grounds. Conducts regular inspections of all resident and public areas.

Plans and schedules cleaning programs, including but not limited to annuals, move-in preparations, and carpet cleaning.

Oversees inventory control systems for all supplies, chemicals, and equipment. Monitors inventory levels and may order all equipment and supplies needed for department. Ensures the safe handling and storage of equipment and supplies.

Develops and monitors department budget including purchasing and staffing expenditures. Approves equipment and supply orders to maintain proper levels of inventory. Routinely monitors budget compliance and recommends changes as needed to maintain operational quality and resident satisfaction.

Schedules and conducts training sessions and department meetings for housekeeping personnel.

Ensures staff is trained on the safe handling of cleaning chemicals in accordance with department guidelines and ensures compliance with local, state, and federal safety standards, MSDS, OSHA, EPA and other applicable rules and regulations.

Informs Resident Services Director and/or Executive Director of any resident issues or concerns.

Prepares resident charges/billing for housekeeping services, when applicable.

Hires, trains, disciplines, and terminates department employees, in accordance with company policies. May consult with the Executive Director regarding these decisions.

May assist housekeeping staff with cleaning duties, including cleaning floors, restrooms, kitchens, and other areas as needed.

Strives to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working practices.

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Qualifications

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