Laundry Aide - casual

Responsive Group; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Laundry Aide to join their dedicated team. This role is vital in providing exemplary housekeeping services to residents, ensuring their comfort and dignity. The ideal candidate will have a positive mindset, strong communication skills, and a commitment to teamwork. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of seniors by maintaining high sanitation standards and fostering personal connections. If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a supportive environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• General knowledge of cleaning practices and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Provide clothing and linen support services for residents.
• Maintain high sanitation standards and a clean environment.
• Sort, load, and manage laundry efficiently.

Skills

Positive Mindset

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Independence

Commitment to Learning

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Washing Machine

Dryer

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

Are you an individual that has a passion for making a difference?

At Niagara Long Term Care Residence we are passionate about ‘Making Every Moment Matter.” We are seeking a candidate that shares our values - a person who has a passion to make a difference, who has a strong moral compass and has a commitment to teamwork.

At Niagara Long Term Care Residence, we are passionate about providing compassionate care for families' loved ones, where the residents of our home come before anything else. Our values at Niagara Long Term Care Residence follow a ‘People’ focused Philosophy, Participation Excellence Openness Performance Longevity Efficient Use of Resources. This philosophy can be seen in every aspect and level of our home.

A day in the role as a Laundry Aide at Niagara Long Term Care Residence.

As a laundry aide at Niagara Long Term Care Residence you will be placed in a role with high expectations as you will provide exemplary housekeeping needs to the residents of our home. This position stands out above other laundry aide positions because in this role you get to see the effect you have on a person's everyday life. It is expected that you make personal connections with the residents, as providing them care is our top priority.

This position reports to the Environmental Services Manager and is a part time position. Candidates must be able to work a variety of shifts including evenings and weekends. Schedules will be provided.
In this position you will be part of our housekeeping team, and will be responsible for but not limited to:

1. Providing clothing and linen support services,
2. Sorting linens, loading and unloading washers and dryers, ironing and mending as required,
3. Folding, sorting and loading linen and clothing onto carts for distribution and delivery,
4. Discarding and recording inappropriate inventory when necessary,
5. Maintaining high sanitation standards, providing a clean, safe environment for residents utilizing infection control principles,
6. Following cleaning schedules and routines for the department and ensures the proper care and economical use of resources,
7. Observing the operation of machines and reporting malfunctioning to team leader,
8. Assisting in maintaining laundry facilities, equipment, and supplies,
9. Completing cleaning duties as outlined in the laundry room area, as well as other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

At Niagara Long Term Care Residence we take pride in our employees, so your qualifications are important to us. We use them to get to know you and see if we are a good fit for each other. The qualifications needed to join our family at Niagara Long Term Care Residence are as follows:

1. A positive mindset, as well as a connection with our values,
2. General knowledge of washing machine and dryer,
3. Knowledge related to infection control, cleaning practices, housekeeping operations and equipment,
4. Ability to work independently or as a team,
5. Ability to communicate effectively with team members and residents,
6. Demonstrated commitment to learning and continuous improvement,
7. High School Diploma,
8. Basic computer skills,
9. Must have a clear vulnerable sector screen, no older than 6 months, TB test results from less than 6 months, evidence of flu shot must be able to provide three work references.

How to apply?

Please submit a resume, cover letter, and references. We look forward to speaking with you, and making every moment count!Our organization takes the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities into account during the position summary review process. Employees are required to notify their director manager/supervisor if they have any particular accessibility needs and the organization will work with the employee to address them.

About the company

We are responsive to the changing needs of seniors and their communities. Our people are the key to our success, making the Responsive Group a recognized leader in creating practical and innovative processes and programs as well as lasting partnerships...