Part-Time Evening Laundry Aide – Senior Care

Extendicare (Canada); Toronto; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Career growth

Meaningful work

EFAP

Benefits package

Job summary

Extendicare Guildwood in Scarborough, Ontario seeks a reliable Laundry Aide to join our team on a regular part-time basis. The role includes sorting, washing, repairing, folding, and delivering residents' clothing and linens with attention to quality and safety.

The ideal candidate will have strong English communication, knowledge of laundry procedures, ability to follow instructions, basic sewing, and a commitment to resident dignity and facility standards.

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written English communication is required.
• Knowledge of commercial laundry procedures and linen care.
• Ability to follow instructions and provide regular feedback.
• Familiarity with basic sewing and mending techniques.
• Experience with stain removal and fabric care is an asset.
• Additional language skills are an asset and helpful.

Responsibilities

• Collect and sort soiled clothing and linens; pre-treat stains as needed.
• Operate washers and dryers with correct settings; monitor chemicals.
• Inspect items for damage; perform minor repairs like sewing on buttons.
• Fold, sort, stack, and iron linens and residents' clothing.
• Deliver clean linens and clothing to intended areas; maintain records.
• Follow facility policies, safety rules, and safe work practices.
• Attend in-service training and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain professional conduct when working with residents.

Skills

English communication

Commercial laundry procedures

Follow instructions

Sewing & mending basics

Linen care & stain removal

Second language (asset)

Background check (Vulnerable Sector)

Job description

Extendicare Guildwood in Scarborough, Ontario seeks a reliable Laundry Aide to join our team on a regular part-time basis. The role includes sorting, washing, repairing, folding, and delivering residents' clothing and linens with attention to quality and safety.

The ideal candidate will have strong English communication, knowledge of laundry procedures, ability to follow instructions, basic sewing, and a commitment to resident dignity and facility standards.