Housekeeping/Laundry Aide

Eastholme; Canada; Remote; CAD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental Benefits

Paid vacation days

OMERS pension plan

Job summary

Eastholme is seeking a dedicated team member to join our Environmental Services in a long-term care facility, splitting time between laundry and housekeeping. You will ensure resident clothing and linens are clean, properly labeled, and well maintained, while keeping the home safe and sanitary.

You will operate laundry equipment, follow care standards, attend trainings, and work with residents, staff, and management to support a high-quality environment.

Qualifications

• Solid command of the English language (speak, read, write, and comprehend).
• Compassion, patience and friendly personality with an understanding of residents’ rights.
• Prepared to work, communicate, and co-operate with residents, staff, and others.
• Ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.
• Ability to work all shifts (Day, Evening, Night) including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Sort and launder resident clothing and linens according to requirements.
• Operate washing machines, dryers, and ironing equipment.
• Fold, deliver, and label clothing; perform simple repairs.
• Identify and set aside clothing needing mending; report malfunctions.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary work area and comply with safety regulations.
• Participate in trainings and staff meetings and assist in emergencies as needed.

Skills

English language

Compassion

Teamwork

Shift flexibility

Physical stamina

Vulnerable Sector Check

Willingness to vaccinate

Job description

Under the direction of the Assistant Administrator/Manager, Environmental Services, incumbents in this job will split their time between Laundry and Housekeeping to ensure the Residents’ personal clothing and the linens of the Home are kept clean and in good repair and that the Home is maintained in a safe, clean, and sanitary condition

A Sample of Your Responsibilities, (plus other related duties)

• Sort and separate items to be laundered in accordance with laundering requirements – this includes resident clothing and facility linens.
• Follow specific instructions for treatment of soiled linens and operate automatic washing machines, dryers, iron.
• Fold laundry as required, sort and deliver to appropriate units.
• Ensure proper identification of all personal clothing as well as set aside any clothing that may require mending; perform simple mending and repairs.
• Advise manager of any machines that are not operating as expected or malfunctioning.
• Maintain a clean work environment, dusting and washing equipment and shelves as required and upon completion of the shift.
• Label personal articles of clothing as required.
• Safely handle equipment and cleaning chemicals used in Laundry and Housekeeping Departments.
• Attend in-service and Staff Development Programs and housekeeping staff meetings.
• In the event of an emergency perform other duties as may be assigned.
• Comply with the Fire, Health and Safety Regulations and attain proficiency in the methods of sounding the fire alarm, fire evacuation procedures, proper use of fire extinguishing equipment, and other procedures designed to ensure the security and protection of residents of the Home.
• Work in compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act, practicing and promoting safe working habits, performing duties in a safe manner and follow all relevant policies, procedures, and legislation. This shall include wearing appropriate PPE as required.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with all applicable privacy and protection legislation.
• Perform other related duties as required

What Qualifications are Required?

• Knowledge of safe use of laundry and housekeeping equipment and cleaning chemicals.
• Previous experience in institutional laundry services is considered an asset.
• Capable of operating laundry and housekeeping equipment and certain maintenance equipment in a satisfactory manner.
• Ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.
• Solid command of the English language (speak, read, write, and comprehend).
• Compassion, patience and friendly personality with an understanding of, and respect for, the rights of long-term care residents.
• Prepared to work, communicate, and co-operate satisfactorily with residents, staff, and others.
• Proven ability to follow an established work procedure/ schedule and complete all assigned tasks within the timelines as set out, with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work all shifts required of the job (Day, Evening, Night) - including weekends (shift times subject to change to meet operational needs).
• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.
• Must be willing to obtain any, and all, vaccinations that may be mandated by the MOHLTC.

What Can We Offer to You?

• Competitive wages starting at $23.49 per hour for housekeeping and $23.70 for laundry hoursPaid vacation days, OMERS pension plan and Health/Dental BenefitsAn opportunity to learn and grow.A great team to work with and a place you can be proud to work – we take pride in being a top employer in the community we serve!