Director, Facilities Services

Overview

Position:
Director of Facilities Services - Behavioral Health.

Location:

Georgetown, DE.

Employment type:

Full-time. Seniority level:
Director.

Plans, directs, maintains and organizes all activities for plant operations, to include Dietary and Housekeeping. Maintains the facility and its infrastructure. Operates in a hands-on capacity to ensure compliance and a collaborative environment. Participates in hospital initiatives to facilitate proper communication and guidance in plant operations functions.

• Develops, evaluates, and implements departmental policies and procedures, goals and objectives and standards of work.
• Implements policies, procedures, standards, and services in regard to hospital repair, preventative and general maintenance, safety and housekeeping, aligned with hospital goals and objectives.
• Supports and carries out hospital policies.
• Prepares, evaluates and controls the departments annual budget to ensure activities of plant operations, safety and housekeeping provide services, repair and maintenance necessary to ensure safe and efficient operation of the healthcare facility.
• Inspects and evaluates physical condition of the hospital.
• Submits recommendations to management for painting, repairs, furnishings, relocation of equipment and reallocation of space.
• Investigates new and improved cleaning equipment, methods and supplies and communicates information to employees.
• Selects and purchases new furnishings.
• Develops and applies quality and productivity standards.
• Participates in information management, performance improvement and infection prevention and control programs.
• Prepares and submits reports as requested by Administration.
• Performs all aspects of facilities management to optimize patient safety and reduce the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• Hires, orients, trains, evaluates and disciplines staff within policies; schedules staff with orientation and training; conducts performance evaluations.
• Effectively communicates administrative directives to staff and encourages interactive departmental meetings and discussions.
• Resolves staff concerns at the departmental level, using the grievance process as required.
• As needed, performs maintenance tasks and is on call.
• Stays current in plant maintenance, safety, and housekeeping through continuing education and professional involvement.
• Maintains knowledge and experience of regulatory compliance, including The Joint Commission and OSHA.
• Performs other duties as required.

• Strives to create a safe, healing environment for patients and family members.
• Follows all safety rules; reports near misses, errors and accidents promptly.
• Corrects minor safety hazards and communicates hazards identified in the workplace.
• Attends required safety programs and participates in quality projects and initiatives.
• Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.

• Works well with others in a spirit of teamwork and cooperation; serves as an active part of the hospital team.
• Builds collaborative relationships with patients, families, staff, and physicians.
• Effectively retrieves, communicates, and presents data verbally and in writing; demonstrates strong listening and communication skills.
• Adheres to Standards of Behavior.

• Strives to always do the right thing for patients, coworkers, and the hospital.
• Adheres to established standards, policies, procedures, protocols, and laws.
• Applies the Mission and Values of SUN Behavioral Health and commits to service excellence.
• Supports fiscal responsibility through prudent supply usage and resource conservation; completes required trainings within defined time periods.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient and staff information (HIPAA and privacy laws).
• Ensures proper documentation in all position activities following federal and state guidelines.

• Demonstrates accountability for ensuring high-quality patient care.
• Shows willingness to assist those in need; embraces cultural diversity and differences.

• Required:
  
  High school diploma or GED. CPR and CPI, which may be obtained during orientation.
• Preferred:
  Bachelor's degree. Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Professional (CHESP) certification.

• Required:
  
  Three years related experience and/or training.
• Preferred:
  Minimum of one year experience in a behavioral healthcare setting. Management experience is highly desired.

• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Mental Health Care