Western Massachusetts Hospital, part of Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH), is seeking aHousekeeping Associate Supervisorto lead a dedicated team in ensuring the hospital environment remains clean, sanitary, and inviting for patients, visitors, and staff. Your essential role involves overseeing and working alongside your team, providing guidance, and ensuring all housekeeping tasks are carried out to the highest standards in line with hospital policies. You will play a crucial part in maintaining the efficient operation of the department by scheduling and assigning tasks effectively, conducting on-the-job training for new team members, and stepping in to manage the department in the absence of the Department Manager. With your positive leadership approach, you will motivate your team to excel and uphold the highest standards of cleanliness and safety throughout the premises. Additionally, you will be responsible for reviewing performance, maintaining records, and conducting regular inspections to ensure adherence to quality and safety standards. If you thrive in a dynamic environment where your leadership skills make a tangible impact on the well-being of others, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the smooth functioning of a vital healthcare facility. /Please Note/:2ndshift schedule (Fri./Sat. Days off, Monday-Thurs 2:30pm-11:00pm, Sunday and Monday Holidays 6:30am-3:00pm) /_Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):_/ · Provide on-the-job supervision to housekeeping staff and perform general housekeeping duties to ensure that work is performed in accordance with established hospital policies. · Assume responsibility for the Housekeeping Department in the absence of the Department Manager. · Motivate staff through positive leadership and example. · Assist in the provision of on-the-job training and orientation for new employees in all areas of housekeeping according to standard policies and procedures. · Review employee performance, determine the need for disciplinary action and recommend and/or initiates disciplinary action as appropriate. · Tour hospital periodically to observe status of housekeeping and to observe housekeeping staff at work. · Schedule and assign work according to the nature of the job to ensure the efficient operation of the department. · Prepare reports and maintain records; and inspect the premises for cleanliness, adherence to safety standards and the need for cleaning. · Coordinate, implement, and maintain environmental databases/spreadsheets. /_Required Qualifications:_/ · Strong communication, and ability to develop positive working relationships. · Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods of time, and to lift and carry heavy objects. · Ability to give verbal and written instructions in precise, understandable manner. · Knowledge of safety practices and procedures followed in institutional housekeeping. /_Preferred Qualifications:_/ · Extensive knowledge of floor stripping and waxing, materials, methods, tools, and equipment used in general housekeeping in a hospital. · Ability to acquire computer skills to generate work schedules and other computer-generated forms and correspondence. /_DPH Mission Statement:_/ The mission of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is to prevent illness, injury, and premature death, to assure access to high-quality public health and health care services, and to promote wellness and health equity for all people in the Commonwealth. We envision a Commonwealth in which all people enjoy optimal health. According to comparative analyses, Massachusetts ranks among the healthiest of states, but we still face numerous challenges, including chronic and infectious diseases, substance abuse, violence, preventable hospitalizations, and health disparities. /More information can be found at://www.mass.gov/DPH/// _About Western Massachusetts Hospital:_ The Western Massachusetts Hospital is the only public hospital operating in the western region of Massachusetts with a mission to serve as a medical safety net for many uninsured and under-insured citizens residing in the region. Western Massachusetts Hospital provides both acute and chronic hospital care to patients with a variety of chronic diseases and complicated medical conditions, such as: · Cardiac and pulmonary disease · Chronic neurological disorders · Complications of strokes · Dementia with major behavioral issues · End stage terminal illnesses of various diagnoses Consider joining our dynamic team of health care professionals in a work environment that provides high staff to patient ratio and delivers high quality care to all patients on all units. Enjoy the opportunity to provide quality services in a long-term care setting where familiar faces are the norm rather than the exception. /Learn more:/ https://www.mass.gov/locations/western-massachusetts-hospital * *About the Department of Public Health: The mission of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is to prevent illness, injury, and premature death, to assure access to high quality public health and health care services, and to promote wellness and health equity for all people in the Commonwealth. We envision a Commonwealth in which all people enjoy optimal health. Massachusetts ranks among the healthiest of states according to comparative analyses, but we face numerous challenges, including chronic and infectious disease, substance abuse, violence, preventable hospitalizations, and health disparities. DPH coordinates programs and policies to address specific diseases and conditions and offer services to address the needs of vulnerable populations. We also develop, implement, promote, and enforce regulations and policies to assure that the conditions under which people live are most conducive to health and enable people to make healthy choices for themselves and their families. We license health professionals, healthcare facilities and a variety of businesses that impact public health. We operate the state laboratory and four public health hospitals. We monitor health status and manage vital records including births, marriages and deaths. We educate people about public health issues and work closely with local boards of health and community partners to identify and solve public health problems. Pre-Offer Process: A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website. If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form For questions, please contact Human Resources at 413-784-9339. First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. Minimum Entrance Requirements: Applicants must have at least one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time experience in building custodial or institutional housekeeping work. Special Requirements: None *Comprehensive Benefits* When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! /Title 101 CMR 23.00 (“Regulation”) requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza./ An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Job: Equipment, Facilities & Services* *Organization: Department of Public Health *Title: *Housekeeping Associate Supervisor Location: Massachusetts-Westfield-91 East Mountain Rd Requisition ID: 2400058F