Assistant Director of Housekeeping

About the role

Location: Virginia Commonwealth University Health System - EVS

Pay Rate

Salary - Salary Plan, 55,000.00 USD Biweekly

Work Shift: Job Description

We're looking for a friendly, compassionate, leader to join our housekeeping team!

Assist with leading a goal-oriented hospital housekeeping department to create a team environment that is effective, productive, and rewarding. Together with your team, you will create a safe, clean, and comfortable environment where patients can heal. No housekeeping experience is required, just a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership that supports a team environment that fosters morale, passion, quality, and respect
• Be open-minded and ready to learn from your manager and team members alike
• Lead and manage team member training, development, assignments, and schedules
• Perform daily inspections and assessments and coach and counsel team members
• Recruit team members who reflect our values and create a positive work environment that supports retention
• Collaborate with department, facility, and company leadership to achieve goals
• Analyze data and make adjustments to meet facility, budget, and compliance goals

Skills

• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Communication: Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication
• Customer Service: Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectations
• Professionalism: Maintain a positive and professional demeanor
• Decision Making: Ability to quickly make sound decisions and judgments
• Proactivity: Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize projects and needs
• Team Player: Willingness to provide support where needed to achieve outcomes
• Business Ethics: Demonstrate integrity, respect, and discretion in all business dealings
• Organization: Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

• Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, and holidays
• Computer experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and various software
• Must be willing to relocate for promotion opportunities

Not Required But a Big Plus

• Experience managing a team
• Experience working in a healthcare environment
• Proficiency in languages other than English, especially Spanish

Manage a team. Grow your career.

• We don't hire assistant directors, we hire future directors.
• There will be a lot to learn, but if you're willing to put in the work you will succeed.
• Assistant directors typically are promoted within two years.

What We Offer

• Paid time off (vacation and sick)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career development and ongoing training

Important to Know

• Many healthcare facilities require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption in place.
• Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.
• HHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion.

Who is HHS

HHS is a private, family-owned business dedicated to caring for its team members and providing honest, quality-driven customer service. Founded in 1975 as Hospital Housekeeping Systems, today HHS provides services including housekeeping, food, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries.

• We are growing rapidly and seeking motivated leaders to join us for the next stage of our journey.
• We support and encourage growth from within and believe that we have countless future leaders in our organization who are waiting for their next opportunity.
• Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Team supports a work environment where individuals of all backgrounds are heard, respected, and encouraged to grow.