Compassionate Laundry Aide for Senior Living

COGIR Real Estate; Toronto; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Laundry Aide to manage the collection, sorting, washing, repair and delivery of residents' laundry at our Ontario-based residences. Join our team to support the comfort and dignity of seniors in independent, assisted living and memory care settings.

Responsibilities include operating washers and dryers with proper settings, inspecting linens, performing repairs, folding and delivering items, maintaining inventory and safety standards, and documenting activities

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written English communication skills.
• Knowledge of commercial laundry procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions and provide feedback.
• Familiar with standard sewing and mending techniques.
• Proficiency in a second language is an asset.
• Must provide Vulnerable Sector Check or be willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Assist in collection and sorting of soiled clothing and linens; pre-treat stains as required.
• Load and unload washers and dryers; use proper settings and monitor chemicals.
• Inspect soiled linens or laundry; perform repairs (rips, tears, buttons).
• Fold, segregate and stack linens and residents' clothing; iron as required.
• Deliver linens and clothing to appropriate areas.
• Adhere to facility policies, procedures; follow safety rules and safe working practices.
• Complete documentation per facility policy/job routines.
• Be aware of Resident Rights & Responsibilities and promote them.
• Attend in-service training as required to better serve residents.
• Attend staff meetings to stay informed of changes in Residence.
• Participate in the Quality Improvement Program.
• Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents).
• Uphold and promote the organization's ethics, morality, and integrity.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong English communication

Follow instructions

Physical endurance

Job description

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Laundry Aide to manage the collection, sorting, washing, repair and delivery of residents' laundry at our Ontario-based residences. Join our team to support the comfort and dignity of seniors in independent, assisted living and memory care settings.

Responsibilities include operating washers and dryers with proper settings, inspecting linens, performing repairs, folding and delivering items, maintaining inventory and safety standards, and documenting activities