Laundry Manager I / DIS - C. M. Tucker

State of South Carolina
Richland, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 2/28/2024 CLOSED ON 3/24/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laundry Manager I / DIS - C. M. Tucker position at State of South Carolina?

With our Agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina.

This position is located at the Department of Mental Health, C. M. Tucker Nursing Care Center, 200 Harden St, Columbia, SC 29203.

As the Laundry Manager I, working under general supervision of Supply Manager II, you will be responsible for managing operation and supervising personnel assigned to Roddey and Stone facilities to include processing linen, wearing apparel, under pads, and disposable briefs. Assign work schedules to assure equal distribution of laundry supplies. Perform evaluations on laundry personnel; monitor work performances; and contract monitoring, performs all other duties as requested and required.

Responsibilities for this Laundry Manager I include but are not limited to:
  • Manages laundry operations, and personnel; Unit PAR levels are maintained; work areas organized, and trash discarded daily.
  • Manages and coordinates with CMTNCC Wound Care Specialist; PAR's for diapers, briefs, and under pads stock levels are maintained.
  • Manage schedules for warehouse distribution; Controls, assigns, establishes balanced workloads for laundry personnel for task coverage, to include holidays, and emergency related situations.
  • Establishes operational procedures. Ensures laundry operation and personnel meet health and safety standards in accordance with OSHA and DHEC. Emergency preparedness as directed by Hospital Incident Command Center, and JCAHO requirements.
  • Contract Monitor (ALSCO); Inspects quantity and quality of products, emergency PAR levels, and weekly-monthly invoice payments. Approves weekly time sheets for work performed by temporary personnel.
  • Orders, issues, and maintain inventory of all linen, towels, wash clothes, and operating supplies. Ensures adequate supplies are maintained.
  • Vehicle Control Officer for 2 vehicles assigned to Materials Management Department to include: routine maintenance, mileage, and credit card fuel purchases.
  • Issues and repairs of washers and dryers for 8 units; client's personal clothing is washed, dried, and returned to clients closets by temp staffers.
  • Submits work orders for maintenance and repairs.
  • Coordinates with Volunteer Service donation of clothing lost and found, free issue; checks with ALSCO for lost and found clothing.
  • In the absence of the Supply Manager I, assumes the duties and responsibilities related to the overall operation.
State Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and experience in laundry or sewing operations that is directly related to the area of employment. 
 
Agency (Facility) Minimum Requirements: Three (3) years of experience in commercial/institutional laundry operations; or any combination of education, training and experience.

Note:   If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position.The selected candidate must have thorough knowledge of fiscal accounting, inventory control and housekeeping practices. Ability to apply policies and maintain an effective working relation with co-workers and laundry service vendors. Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting policies and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of DIS. Routinely receives and carries out assignments independently. Maintain confidentiality of patient, employee, and departmental information. Ability to stand, walk, reach, pull, push, bend, climb stairs; move from area/building to another; lift up to fifty (50) lbs. Possess a valid South Carolina Driver's License. Laundry Services is a 5 day per week operation. Emergency coverage may be required.

The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex – including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
 
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
 
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
  • Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
  • 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
  • 15 days sick leave per year
  • 13 paid holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
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