Director Environmental Services

At Central Maine Healthcare our team members are committed to providing exceptional care and experiences for our community and for each other every day.

Position Summary:

The Director of Environmental Services will be responsible for the operations of the Environmental Services Department including assisting with the formulation of policies and procedures for the department, overall supervision of all personnel and maintenance of a level of services which is consistent with all applicable regulations.  Will also be responsible for maintaining a current working knowledge of staff activities and staff as appropriate to ensure a clean, orderly and attractive hospital.

Essential Duties:

• Collaborates with Leadership to develop departmental goals consistent with those of the organization

• Conducts monthly department staff meetings.  Assures that minutes include communication of the organization’s direction and operation.  Distributes minutes to appropriate individuals.

• Collaborates with Leadership and other departments as needed in planning and carrying out daily operations.

• Recommends painting, and repairs.  Reports any unsafe conditions.

• Maintains up to date department manuals which are easily accessible to staff.

• Maintains pertinent organizational manuals which are easily accessible to staff (i.e., Safety, Infection Control, Administration, Human Resources, etc.)

• Interviews and hires staff and assures that qualifications are met.

• Assures that 100% of staff attends initial orientation/annual updates and department orientation.

• Assures completion of Equipment/Skills/knowledge Checklist and Performance Evaluations within established time frames.

• Coaches/counsels employees and develops clear action plan for improvement of employee performance as needed.

• Maintains up to date files for all department employees.

• Facilitates and/or coordinates in-service and continuing education for department personnel.

• Researches and recommends capital equipment contract services and supply needs for department functions.

• Assures that all products are approved for hospital use.

Education and Experience:

• Two (2) years of college in a related field preferred

• Five (5) years or more in the hospital environmental services field preferred

• Two (2) or more years of supervisory experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to engage patients and team members utilizing the CMH Experience Standards

  I am creating a warming, caring, and non-judgmental environment

  I am actively listening and seeking information

  I am honest, truthful, and consistent

  I am respectful, treating all individuals with dignity and empathy

  I am serving as a role model, taking both initiative and ownership when appropriate

  I am working collaboratively and demonstrating teamwork

  I am resilient and adapt to change in positive ways.

If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application!