Laundry Worker

The Salvation Army in Canada; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Canada seeks a Laundry Worker to manage laundry operations at Sunset Lodge. Responsibilities include collecting, sorting, and washing linens and personal items while adhering to established procedures. Candidates should have a high school diploma, WHMIS certification, and experience in a healthcare environment is preferred.

Qualifications

• Completed High School education or equivalent.
• WHMIS certification required.
• Previous experience in healthcare or long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collects, sorts, washes, and delivers linen and personal clothing.
• Maintains laundry facilities and equipment.
• Observes operation of machines and reports malfunctions.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to work independently

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

WHMIS certification

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Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description

JOB PURPOSE :

The Laundry Worker at Sunset Lodge collects, sorts, washes, dries, labels, folds, and delivers linens, personal clothing, and other facility items (e.g., slings & drapes) in accordance with the established policies and procedures.

Characteristic Job Duties

The incumbent is responsible for the following range of job duties characteristic, or typical of the job class :

• Receives laundry and sorts according to type, condition, and weight load per wash. Follows specific instructions for treatment of soiled linens, using methods, chemicals, and protective equipment. Separates loads according to classification.
• Washes and dries laundry following instructions for machine operations, designated washing, and drying times, etc.
• Sorts personal clothing or puts aside for repairs or labelling. Folds laundry as required, sorts, and delivers to appropriate floors and resident rooms.
• Observes operation of machines and reports malfunctioning to Facility Service Manager. Assists in maintaining laundry facilities, equipment, and supplies. Cleans machines as required, cleans, and tidies floors and laundry area.
• Adheres to established department policies, procedures and objectives regarding quality management, safety, environment, and infection control.
• Keeps records and completes incident reports as necessary.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Level Attained

The successful job applicant will have completed High School.

NOTE : An alternative level of education and experience may be acceptable.

Special Licenses, Diplomas, Certifications Or Requirements

The successful applicant will hold / have :

• WHMIS
• Understanding procedures and ability to follow established infection control protocols
• Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check screening.

Minimum Prior Related Experience

• Previous experience in the Healthcare environment or Long-Term Care setting, Housekeeping preferred.
• Able to read, write and speak the English language.
• Able to communicate with Managers, other employees, and residents.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Effort / Dexterity Required

• Considerable amount of standing and walking short distances, wide range of body movements involved in bending, rotating, and reaching frequently.
• Ability to carry, push / pull and or lift materials weighing upwards of 20 lbs.
• Enclosed environment where area may be noisy, hot, and humid.

Concentration Required

The performance of the job requires attention to detail and practice of proper policies and procedures.

Responsibility For Human Resources

The job incumbent is responsible for their own time and effort only. They may demonstrate work methods to new employees.

The job incumbent will work under the following disagreeable conditions :

• Hot and humid environment
• Crowded in some cases
• Pressures of timeline
• Works weekends and early mornings

The job incumbent must take the following precautionary measures (in addition to health and safety rules) :

• Occasional exposure to bio-waste
• Exposure to toxic chemicals
• Moving objects
• Injury from lifting
• Falling on wet / slippery floors

Precautionary Measures

The job incumbent may be exposed to the risk of minor to moderate injury or illnesses due to :

• Universal Precautions

The wage rate for this position is $24.34 as per the HEU Facilities Collective Agreement.

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $24.34 to $24.34 with a maximum of $24.34.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [emailprotected] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

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