Laundry Aide

Essential Job Functions:

• Perform day-to-day laundry functions as assigned.
• Perform assigned tasks in accordance with established laundry procedures.
• Assure that clean laundry, linen, garments, etc., are distributed to designated areas as instructed during emergency conditions.
• Assure that appropriate caution/safety signs are properly set up prior to performing such duties.
• Ensure that work/cleaning schedules for equipment are followed.
• Report all accidents/incidents in a timely manner to your supervisor.
• Coordinate daily laundry services with nursing services when performing routine assignments in resident living areas.
• Assist with department orientation training for new staff.
• Attend departmental and staff meetings.
• Perform specific tasks in accordance with daily work assignments.
• Follow established safety precautions when performing tasks and using equipment.
• Ensure that assigned work areas are maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner.
• Follow established policies governing the use of labels and MSDSs.
• Ensure that infection control policies and procedures are maintained when performing laundry procedures.
• Discard sharps into designated container.
• Dispose of all types of refuse daily in accordance with established sanitation procedures.
• Ensure adequate laundry/linen supplies are maintained.
• Ensure that equipment is cleaned and properly stored at the end of the shift.

Qualifications:

• Must possess, as a minimum, a high school education
• 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 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 be able to follow written and oral instructions concerning the mixing of cleaning compounds, liquids, disinfecting solutions, etc.
• Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Salary Range - $16-$18/hr