Laundry Aide

Laundry Supervisor Overview The primary purpose of your job position is to perform the day-to-day activities of the Laundry Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing our facility, and as may be directed by the Administrator and/or the Director of Laundry Services, to assure that our facility is maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner, and that an adequate supply of linen is on hand at all times to meet the needs of the residents. Specific Requirements Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, to follow instructions, and to accept constructive criticism. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public. Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of laundry areas, for sanitation, order, and safety. Must be willing to work harmoniously with other personnel as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning. Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing laundry practices. Must be able to follow written and oral instructions concerning the mixture of cleaning compounds, liquids, cleaning instructions, etc. Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace. Working Conditions Works in all areas of the facility. Moves intermittently during working hours. Is subject to frequent interruptions and may need to reschedule laundry activities. Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances. Communicates with laundry personnel and other facility personnel. Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary, as well as in other positions as needed. Is subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.). May be required to work on shifts other than the one for which hired. Attends and participates in continuing educational programs. Performance Evaluation Criteria Ensures that established infection control and universal precautions practices are maintained when performing laundry procedures. Uses appropriate personal protective equipment and supplies when handling infectious materials. Ensures that equipment is cleaned and properly stored at the end of the shift. Performs day-to-day laundry functions as assigned. Collects, sorts, and weighs soiled laundry, linen, garments, etc., and places them in appropriate containers or assigned areas. Sorts soiled laundry, linen, garments, etc., and separate those items that require special stain removal/treatment. Sorts, counts, and washes soiled laundry, linen, garments, etc., in accordance with established procedures. Folds, counts, stacks, hangs, and distributes clean laundry, linen, garments, etc., to residents daily and/or as instructed. Ensures that an adequate supply of laundry/linen supplies is maintained in laundry/linen closets to meet the daily needs of the residents. During emergency conditions, assures that clean laundry, linen, garments, etc., are distributed to designated areas as instructed. Education & Experience Must possess, as a minimum, an 8th grade education. None required. On-the-job training provided. Physical and Sensory Requirements (With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices) Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met. Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with the residents, personnel. Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a medical and physical examination. Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the facility. Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations. #J-18808-Ljbffr First Title & Escrow