What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeping Director position at Ivy Living?
Housekeeping Director
Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill is a premier senior living community situated on a beautifully landscaped campus. Managed by Oakmont Management Group, Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill provides exceptional quality, comfort, and care with five-star services and amenities. Residents enjoy a rewarding lifestyle with individualized comprehensive support that promotes continuing independence. We deliver meaningful lifestyles and relationships with residents, families, and team members by developing a winning culture and living these values: Authenticity * Teamwork * Compassion * Commitment * Resilience.
With communities across California and Nevada opportunities for career growth, relocation, and travel are significant. In addition, our team members may enjoy the following benefits:
- Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
- Vacation, Personal Day, Sick Pay, Holidays
- Discounted Meals
- Bonus Opportunities
- Team Member Discount Program
- 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
- Recognition Programs
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Student Loan Refinancing
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
The Housekeeping Director is responsible for planning, organizing, developing and directing the general operating maintenance, repair, and housekeeping of the physical plant the interior and exterior of the Community to maintain proper operations of the property. They will oversee the general operations of the maintenance department and housekeeping department to ensure that the property is maintained in a safe, clean and comfortable manner in accordance with property policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate mechanical ability and/or capability of self-teaching to work on equipment such as washer/extractors and dryers; refrigeration and heating units; ice machines; minor plumbing; minor electrical difficulties such as replacement of wall switches, receptacles, loose wiring, and resident call devices; carpentry and painting, etc. (explained in more detail below).
- ELECTRICAL DUTIES: Must be knowledgeable and capable of self-teaching involving troubleshooting, identifying a problem, and obtaining materials to fully repair electrical difficulties to include but not limited to wall switches, interior/exterior lighting, cover plates, receptacles, loose wiring, resident call systems, control devices, laundry, and kitchen equipment.
- STRUCTURAL DUTIES: Must be knowledgeable and capable of self-teaching regarding planning, ordering and installing cabinets for remodeling of apartments. Performing carpentry duties such as repairing or replacing sheetrock, plywood, and/or structural materials. Repairing resident fur
- PAINTING DUTIES: Must be knowledgeable and capable of self-teaching to include but not limited to planning, ordering, and performing painting requirements (interior/exterior) of the entire complex. Work to be completed in a timely and professional manner. Properly dispose of materials (paint thinner, lacquer, etc.) ensuring compliance with local state and federal EPA guidelines.
- PLUMBING DUTIES: Must be knowledgeable and capable of self-teaching regarding planning, ordering, and performing minor plumbing problems to include but not limited to repairing faucets, showers, drains, and any other type of plumbing related problem.
- Conduct daily inspection of the propertys outside grounds. Immediately correct any needed items to assure the property is always tour-ready.
Qualifications:
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Prefer two (2) years experience in the building industry, maintenance and/or housekeeping handling the upkeep, repair, and maintenance of electrical, plumbing, and structural matters. Knowledge of building construction is helpful.
- Prefer one (1) year of experience supervising and managing employees
- Able to safely operate a wide variety of equipment and tools
- Knowledge of and/or ability to learn the theory and practice of assisted living and dementia care
- Able to work with seniors and patiently interact with cognitively impaired individuals
- Able to be flexible, adapt and respond to change, make decisions in stressful situations, and prioritize tasks and projects.
- Must pass a Criminal Background check and Health Screening tests, including COVID-19 Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test within 72 hours of start date.
- Oakmont Management Group is committed to protecting our team members and residents from COVID-19. All new team members must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination & boosteror valid exemption due to Qualifying Medical Reasons or Religious Beliefs subject to legal requirements.
About Oakmont Management Group: Oakmont Management Group is a recognized leader in the senior living industry that manages a portfolio of communities under the Oakmont Senior Living and Ivy Living brand. Oakmont currently serves over 4,000 seniors across 40 communities in California and Nevada with an additional 5 communities set to open in the coming year. Oakmont strives to create an atmosphere of family and community among team members, residents, and resident family members. We know that caring and meaningful relationships are the foundation of a rewarding life. Our team is hand-selected for their skills, previous experience, and passion for working with the elderly. Our practice is to incorporate joy and laughter alongside our expectations of excellence. Walk into our communities and feel our pride of ownership and commitment to service.
Oakmont Management Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer