DIRECTOR OF HOUSEKEEPING & PLANT OPERATIONS, Salem, NJ

at  Coreworks

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a Director of Housekeeping and Plant Operations that will be directly responsible for all operational facets of both departments in a senior living setting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Professional (CHESP) certification highly desirable
• Five to seven years responsibility at a director level in areas of in plant operations and environmental services, including laundry, transportation, grounds and maintenance in a health care or residential building or similar community.
• Should have proficiency in CMMS Systems and Microsoft Suite
• Experience with Federal & State healthcare surveys (long-term care setting preferred).
• Must have technical knowledge of electric/plumbing/HVAC
• Prior experience working with Building Automation and Building systems such as: HVAC, Refrigeration, Boilers, Electrical, Mechanical and Pneumatic Controls
• Must have a working knowledge of Life Safety Codes
• Knowledge of (NFPA) National Fire Protection Agency and all regulatory agencies having jurisdiction over the facility.
• California driver license, proof of insurance, clean driving record, and ability to travel to pick up supplies as needed.
• Contract-managed service experience is desirable

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leads and ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal agencies to include the State Health Department, NFPA, and CMS, as well as all policies and procedures of the organization and client
• Reviews, plans, organizes, and controls functions and activities of all support services under the scope of the contract
• Develops, recommends, and implements new programs, services, polices & procedures.
• Leads all aspects of departmental communications to all customers including client, resident groups, regional leadership, etc.
• Monitors flow and quality of work to assure timely completion of workload and adherence to communities’ standards
• Serves as a liaison with contractors, architects, engineers, and product suppliers
• Maintains the department in an “inspection ready” state at all times
• Implements changes to the services that improve desirability of the community for current as well as future residents
• Encourages and cultivates associate creativity and innovation with all community programs
• Advises on structural changes and additions and/or modifications to all buildings on property
• Encourages growth and development of the teams

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES MUST BE ABLE TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION SATISFACTORILY WITH OR WITHOUT A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION. DISCLAIMER: THIS JOB POST IS NOT NECESSARILY AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES, SKILLS, TASKS, OR REQUIREMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS POSITION. WHILE THIS IS INTENDED TO BE AN ACCURATE REFLECTION OF THE POSITION POSTED, THE COMPANY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY OR CHANGE THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB BASED ON BUSINESS NECESSITY. WE WILL CONSIDER FOR EMPLOYMENT ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS, INCLUDING THOSE WITH A CRIMINAL HISTORY (INCLUDING RELEVANT DRIVING HISTORY), IN A MANNER CONSISTENT WITH ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL LAWS, INCLUDING THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES’ FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE FOR HIRING ORDINANCE, THE SAN FRANCISCO FAIR CHANCE ORDINANCE, AND THE NEW YORK FAIR CHANCE ACT. WE ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS WITH A CRIMINAL HISTORY (AND DRIVING HISTORY) TO APPLY.

Coreworks maintains a drug-free workplace.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Coreworks are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• For positions in New Jersey or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.