Bench Unit Director EVS - Xanitos Inc

We are seeking a Bench EVS Unit Director at Kaleida Buffalo General in Buffalo, New York.

The incumbent’s primary job responsibility is to assist in the management of an assigned hospital Environmental Services Department under the direction and guidance of the Environmental Services Department Director. Specific responsibilities include work scheduling of all department personnel, establishing and enforcing work standards in conjunction with the Department Director, monitoring overall inventory/equipment usage, troubleshooting/problem solving, orientation/training of Department Staff, customer relations, and special project work as requested.  The purpose of this role is to prepare the incumbent to assume the operational duties of a department through hands-on training and managerial experience under the direction of an experienced Department Director.

What we look for in a Bench EVS Unit Director:

• Strong leadership skills and experience leading and managing a team
• Customer service minded individuals
• Strong communication skills

Required:

• EVS Healthcare
• Floorcare
• Payroll
• Previous Director
• P&Ls
• Training
• Union

Responsibilities:

• Participate in staff selection process.  Interview candidates as needed.  Schedule days off, holidays and vacations, ensuring that the account’s needs are met in accordance with hours and position control.
• Assign personnel to established work areas or project duties.
• Conducts quality assurance checks and manages materials inventory as well as general use of equipment.
• Ensure that staff receives proper orientation, initial training, and ongoing education.
• Provide individual guidance and motivation to staff to enable each one to perform to his/her fullest potential.
• Discipline associates when necessary according to progressive disciplinary guidelines.
• Prepare associate disciplinary and variance reports and conduct follow-up investigation as needed, reporting findings to the Department Director.  Prepare disciplinary action notices and conduct follow-up as required.  Conduct disciplinary meetings with associates with guidance from the Department Director.
• Maintain an environment that is in sanitary, attractive and orderly condition.
• Demonstrate and promote Xanitos’ culture, values, and management philosophy.
• Demonstrate quality leadership in meeting performance plans.

Qualifications:

• Employees in Healthcare are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a term and condition of employment at Xanitos, absent a legally required Medical or Religious exception, and are required to report their vaccination status and upload proof of vaccination via a secure online portal. 
• High School diploma required.  College degree or equivalent work experience preferred. Must have one to three years of supervisory experience in a service-related field with high customer/client contact.
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial and other data.
• Demonstrated proficiency with general business acumen.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong service/quality attitude.
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and achieve effective time management.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet established goals and objectives.
• Strong public speaking skills.
• Sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines; self-directed.

Xanitos understands the importance of you, and your family’s health and wellbeing, as well as your financial future. With that in mind, we take pride in the variety of benefit plans that are available for our employees. Please note, plans vary by location and are subject to eligibility and work hour requirements in accordance with company policy and state laws. Plans may include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life, Accident, and Disability Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Wellness Program
• Commuter Benefits
• Shoes for Crews Reimbursement
• Paid Time off including Vacation, Sick, Holidays, Elective Holidays, Bereavement, Parental Bonding, Volunteer Day and Jury Duty.
• Employee Discounts to Theme Parks, Theaters, Sporting Events, Movies and More

Xanitos, Inc. Is a management company that provides hospital housekeeping, patient transport, central laundries services, and patient observation services. It is differentiated by its patented XRO System for cleaning patient rooms, its outstanding operations management team, and by being a private company whose priority is giving top quality service. The results are evident; at the hospitals it serves, Xanitos has improved the cleaning quality, increased HCAHPS scores, reduced the risk of HAIs, lowered bed turnaround time, and significantly reduced costs.

The expected salary range for this position ranges from $100,000 - $130,000 depending on circumstances including an applicant’s skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, training, market data, and other relevant factors. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if applicable to the position). 

Education

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent or better

• Bachelors or better in Business Administration or related field