Environmental Supervisor
At our skilled nursing community, every detail matters. The Environmental Services Supervisor plays a vital role in creating a clean, safe, welcoming environment where residents can heal with dignity, families feel comforted, and team members can provide exceptional care.
This leader oversees the Housekeeping and Laundry Departments while fostering a culture of compassion, accountability, hospitality, and excellence. The Environmental Services Supervisor ensures that every resident room, hallway, common area, and linen reflects the high standards our residents deserve.
The Environmental Services Supervisor leads the daily operations of housekeeping and laundry services in accordance with federal and state regulations, infection prevention standards, and company policies. This role serves as both a hands-on leader and mentor to environmental services staff, ensuring residents experience a clean, comfortable, and home-like environment every day.
The Environmental Services Supervisor leads the daily operations of housekeeping and laundry services in accordance with federal and state regulations, infection prevention standards, and company policies. This role serves as both a hands-on leader and mentor to environmental services staff, ensuring residents experience a clean, comfortable, and home-like environment every day.
Leadership & Team Development
- Lead, coach, and support Housekeeping and Laundry team members to ensure high-quality service and teamwork Create staff schedules and daily assignments based on resident census and operational needs
- Provide training, guidance, and performance feedback to staff while promoting a culture of respect and accountability
- Support department coverage by assisting with housekeeping and laundry duties when needed.
Safety & Infection Prevention
- Ensure compliance with infection control standards, universal precautions, and isolation procedures in collaboration with nursing services
- Monitor adherence to fire safety and emergency preparedness procedures
- Identify and report safety hazards, incidents, accidents, or equipment concerns to facility leadership promptly
- Inspect equipment and work areas regularly to ensure safe operations and regulatory compliance
Operational Responsibilities
- Monitor inventory and the appropriate use of supplies, chemicals, and equipment
- Complete required reports, inspections, documentation, and departmental records
- Partner with facility leadership to improve department operations and maintain regulatory readiness
- Assist with environmental services duties including floor care, dusting, waste removal, window and surface cleaning, stocking supplies, moving furniture, and proper handling of infectious materials
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience in housekeeping, environmental services, hospitality, or healthcare preferred
- Experience in a skilled nursing, rehabilitation, hospital, or hotel environment is strongly preferred
- Knowledge of infection control, environmental safety practices, and team leadership principles
- Ability to lead by example with professionalism, compassion, and a strong service mindset