Laundry Aide

Laundry Aide ### Indigo HallEnglishLaundry AideIndigo Hall## Apply NowJob Type : Part TimeDESCRIPTIONNature & scope Provides laundry services to ensure a safe, sanitary and comfortable environment for residents, staff, visitors, and the public. Minimum eligibility requirements • One year related experience in a similar environment with on-the-job training preferred. • Must be able to read, write and follow oral and written directions at a level necessary to accomplish the job. • Must be 18 years of age. • Must be honest, fair, dependable, respect confidentiality and the rights and privacy of others and local, state and federal laws. • Must practice and promote management Policies and Procedures, Mission Statement, Core Values and Founding Principles. • Must have compassion for and desire to work with the elderly. • Must meet all health requirements. • Must pass criminal background check. • Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities (essential job functions), with or without reasonable accommodation. Essential functions • Cleans linens according to facility procedures. • Takes appropriate actions to secure laundry chemicals and supplies out of reach of residents at all times. • Cleans the personal clothing items of residents / patients and ensures the prompt and accurate return of those items. Joint decisions & duties between laundry aide and Facilities Manager/Executive Director: Seeks guidance as needed from supervisor. Assists with cost control by utilizing resources efficiently and in a waste free manner. Customer service • Responsible for ensuring that all employees are providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers. • Perform job duties for residents and with team members in a courteous and professional manner. • Meet and greet visitors in a friendly, helpful manner (Visitors include anyone who visits the community; specifically, current residents’ families and friends, prospective residents and their families, referral sources, vendors and regulators). • Communicate professionally and cooperate with supervisor and all community personnel. Residents’ rights • Ensure compliance and understanding of all regulations regarding residents’ rights. Training • Attend training sessions as directed by supervisor. Other • Follow & communicate company policies and procedures. • The job description provides a framework for the job; other duties may be assigned as necessary. Working conditions (travel, hours, environment) • Scheduled hours; possible overtime. Works in other positions temporarily, when necessary. • Subject to frequent interruptions. • Is involved with resident, personnel, and visitors under all conditions and circumstances. • Is subject to callback during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post disaster, etc.). • Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., through the workday, as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants. • Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses. • May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals. Physical/sensory requirement • Medium work: ability to exert 10-35 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. • Experience extreme change in temperature at times and may be exposed to higher than normal temperatures while working. • Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day. • Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents and staff. • Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and, at times, hostile people within the community. #J-18808-Ljbffr