Laundry Aide Casual AgeCare Riverview

AgeCare; Medicine Hat; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

AgeCare in Canada is seeking a Laundry Aide to handle the collection, sorting, washing, repair and delivery of residents’ laundry. You will follow facility policies, perform stains treatment, operate washers/dryers, check linens for repairs, and maintain records.

A strong command of English and ability to meet physical requirements are essential, with experience in sewing and linen care preferred. Vulnerable Sector Check is required or willingness to obtain one; bilingualism is an asset; you

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written English communication skills.
• Knowledge/experience in commercial laundry procedures and ability to meet physical requirements.
• Ability to follow instructions and provide feedback on a day to day basis.
• Must be familiar with standard sewing and mending techniques.
• Demonstrated knowledge of proper linen care and stain removal.
• Proficiency in a second language is an asset.
• Must provide a complete and current Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• To assist in the collection and sorting of soiled personal clothing and linens and pre-treat stains as required.
• To load and unload washers and dryers ensuring that proper settings are used and that chemical supplies are at an appropriate level.
• To inspect soiled linens or personal laundry and complete any required repairs, e.g. rips, tears, buttons.
• To fold, segregate and stack linens and residents’ clothing and ironing as required.
• To deliver linens and clothing to appropriate areas.
• To adhere to established facility policies and procedures, including safety rules and safe working practices.
• To complete documentation as required according to facility policy/job routines.
• To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it.
• To attend in-service training as required in order to better serve the needs of the residents.
• To attend staff meetings as required to be aware of changes in Residence that have taken place.
• To participate in the Quality Improvement Program.
• To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents)
• To uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in the Code of Conduct
• To complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

English communication

Follow instructions

Sewing & mending

Linen care & stain removal

Second language asset

Vulnerable Sector Check awareness

Job description

The Laundry Aide is responsible for the collection, sorting, washing, repair and delivery of Resident’s laundry.

Key Responsibilities

• To assist in the collection and sorting of soiled personal clothing and linens and pre- treat stains as required;

• To load and unload washers and dryers ensuring that proper settings are used and that chemical supplies are at an appropriate level;

• To inspect soiled linens or personal laundry and complete any required repairs, e.g. rips, tears, buttons;

• To fold , segregate and stack linens and residents’ clothing and ironing as required;

• To deliver linens and clothing to appropriate areas;

• To adhere to established facility policies and procedures, including safety rules and safe working practices;

• To complete documentation as required according to facility policy/job routines;

• To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it;

• To attend in-service training as required in order to better serve the needs of the residents;

• To attend staff meetings as required to be aware of changes in Residence that have taken place;

• To participate in the Quality Improvement Program;

• To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents)

• To uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in the Code of Conduct

• To complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written English communication skills

• Knowledge/experience in commercial laundry procedures and ability to meet physical requirements of the job

• Ability to follow instructions and provide feedback on a day to day basis

• Must be familiar with standard sewing and mending techniques

• Demonstrated knowledge of proper linen care and stain removal

• Proficiency in a second language is an asset

• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.