Laundry Aide

Job Description

Job Description

Laundry Aide | St. Joseph's Living Center

Saint Joseph Living Center is proud to be a non-profit, 120-bed Skilled Nursing Facility located in Windham, CT. We offer short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and end-of-life care. We are a Catholic faith-based community, but we welcome residents and staff of all faiths. The Center features both indoor and outdoor amenities, including a Chapel with daily mass and a beautiful, enclosed courtyard.

We are currently seeking Housekeeping/Laundry Aides to join our Environmental Services team!

Hours: Part-Time & Full-Time hours available 5am-1pm or 7am-3pm, required to work every other weekend

Laundry Primary Responsibilities:

• Collect and transport soiled linen
• Process linen in the washing machines and dryers with the appropriate chemicals
• Sort and fold linen
• Restock linen carts and linen supply areas
• Deliver personal laundry and hang in Resident closets
• Label personal laundry for all new Residents upon admission
• Demonstrate correct Infection Control practices according to Saint Joseph Living Center policies and OSHA BBP standard by practicing universal precautions

Qualifications:

• Ability to speak, understand and follow written and oral instructions in the English language.
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend and squat for prolonged periods
• Ability to push, pull objects and lift/carry up to 20 pounds unassisted on a frequent basis and up to 50 pounds or more on occasion
• Ability to interact effectively with residents, their families and other staff members

Benefits for Eligible Positions:

• Comprehensive health & insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, plus optional supplemental coverage (STD, LTD, accident, critical illness, pet insurance)
• Strong financial & retirement benefits including 403(b) retirement savings, flexible spending account
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick time, and a paid birthday
• Inclusive workplace with great environment and rewarding organization culture

Apply today and become part of our St. Joseph's Living Center Team!

Saint Joseph Living Center is an equal opportunity employer, veterans & disability. All qualified individuals will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity or expression, genetics, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, political affiliation, veteran status or any other status that is protected by local, state or federal law.

St. Joseph's Living Center conducts extensive background checks and professional references for all potential employees. If selected for hire, you must be able to provide a recent physical and required immunizations including fully-vaccinated status for Covid-19.