Supervisor Environmental Services

Position Overview:

The Environmental Services Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Housekeeping Department to ensure that all areas of the hospital are maintained in a clean, orderly, sanitary, and safe condition. This role involves supervising staff, managing schedules, ensuring compliance with safety and infection control standards, and supporting the department's objectives in alignment with the hospital's mission and core values.

Key Responsibilities:

• Staff Supervision & Development:

  • Supervise the daily activities of housekeeping staff, ensuring adherence to cleanliness standards and departmental policies.

  • Assist with hiring, training, and evaluating staff members to promote professional growth and maintain high-performance levels.

  • Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to staff.

• Scheduling & Operational Oversight:

  • Ensure that all schedules are filled and completed each day, adjusting staffing levels as needed to meet departmental demands.

  • Monitor the quality of work performed by housekeeping personnel through regular inspections and audits.

• Safety & Compliance:

  • Implement and monitor department safety management programs, including Workers' Compensation, patient safety, and written safety procedures specific to departmental hazards.

  • Ensure compliance with chemical hygiene protocols, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), accident investigations, safety training, and bi-annual inspections.

• Equipment & Supply Management:

  • Oversee the control of supplies and equipment, emphasizing proper use, safety, and cost containment.

  • Ensure that EVS employees safely and competently use equipment, including vacuum cleaners, housekeeping carts, carpet and floor care equipment, steam sterilizers, and high-pressure steam equipment.

• Quality Assurance & Documentation:

  • Demonstrate knowledge and skills in inspecting and documenting daily activities to ensure quality standards are met.

  • Assist in maintaining accurate records of cleaning activities, safety inspections, and staff training.

• Mission Alignment & Performance Improvement:

  • Actively participate in fulfilling the hospital's mission and demonstrate behavior consistent with the organization's core values.

  • Support the organization's strategic plan and contribute to the goals and direction of the Performance Improvement Plan (PIP).

Minimum Requirement:

• Minimum 2 years experience in related field.

St. Joseph's Medical Center is a member of Dignity Health. The word dignity perfectly defines what our organization stands for showing respect for all people by providing excellent care. St. Joseph's Medical Center was founded in 1899 under the direction of the Dominican Sisters of San Rafael and is a not-for-profit, fully-accredited regional hospital with 395 beds, a physician staff of over 400 and more than 2400 employees. Specializing in cardiovascular care, comprehensive cancer services, and women and children's services, including neonatal intensive care, St. Joseph's is the largest hospital, as well as the largest private employer, in Stockton, California. Nationally recognized as a quality leader, St. Joseph's is consistently chosen as the most preferred hospital by local consumers.

One Community. One Mission. One California