Environmental Services Lead (Evening Shift)

About the Role

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a dedicated Environmental Services Lead to join their team at the Great Bend Campus. This full-time position operates during the evening shift, from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM. As a Lead Housekeeper, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Supervisor and Manager by overseeing daily operations, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently, and serving as a primary point of contact for staff and management in the Supervisor's absence. You will also be instrumental in training new employees, acting as a role model for technical skills, professional conduct, and adherence to departmental procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support Supervisors and Managers in the daily management of the Environmental Services Department.
• Ensure timely and appropriate responses to all departmental communications, including pages and radio calls.
• Oversee the completion of daily tasks by Housekeeping staff and provide backup support as needed.
• Act as a key resource for staff and management when a Supervisor is unavailable.
• Contribute to departmental decision-making by bringing forward ideas and concerns to the Supervisor.
• Train and mentor existing and new staff to meet established departmental and organizational standards.
• Keep Housekeeping staff informed about departmental updates, health system news, and other relevant information.
• Assist Supervisors and Managers with departmental planning, reporting, special projects, and initiatives.
• Model professional image standards for the housekeeping team, demonstrating positive attitude, strong performance, and competence.
• Fulfill the professional, clinical, and/or technical competencies required for the assigned department or unit.
• Perform other duties as assigned, recognizing that responsibilities may vary by department or unit.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or GED equivalent.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions and competencies of the role.

Perks

The University of Kansas Health System offers a supportive work environment. Specific perks are not detailed in the source material but may include opportunities for professional development and contributing to a vital healthcare service.

Eligibility

This position is open to individuals who meet the educational requirements and possess basic computer skills. The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information. Reasonable accommodations are provided for individuals with disabilities upon request.

Education Required

High School Graduate or GED

Skills

• Team Leadership
• Staff Training & Development
• Operations Management
• Communication
• Problem-Solving
• Customer Service
• Attention to Detail
• Compliance
• Time Management
• Adaptability