Housekeeping/Laundry Aide

Meadowview; Berlin (PA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the care sector is seeking a dedicated Laundry Aide to ensure residents receive clean linens and clothing. In this role, you will perform essential laundry tasks, maintain a safe and sanitary environment, and assist in various housekeeping duties. Your attention to detail and ability to follow established guidelines will be crucial in providing high-quality service. Join a supportive team where your contributions make a real difference in the lives of residents. If you are passionate about cleanliness and care, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform laundry functions and maintain cleanliness.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform laundry functions including sorting, washing, and folding.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the Laundry Department.

Skills

Housekeeping Skills

Laundry Management

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Laundry Equipment

Cleaning Supplies

Job description

Perform routine housekeeping services which include the cleaning of furniture, equipment, floors, walls, windows, toilets, mirrors, sinks, etc., and the emptying of waste baskets.

Assist in keeping residents' rooms clean and orderly.

Perform project cleaning as requested. This may include windows, wheelchairs, etc.

Maintain good relationships with residents, visitors, and other staff members.

Position Overview

A Laundry Aide is responsible for providing clean linen and clothing articles for the residents of the facility.

The general purpose of the Laundry Aide is to clean the linens and clothing articles of the facility for the residents according to State and Federal Guidelines.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Specific responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Perform assigned day-to-day laundry functions, including sorting, washing, drying, folding, stacking, and distribution of laundry articles.
2. Follow established policies and procedures of the Laundry Department.
3. Fold, stack, hang, and deliver linen.
4. Maintain Laundry Department in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner.
5. Assist in washing, soaking, and drying clothes as necessary.
6. Follow rules and regulations of the facility.
7. Retrieve soiled linens from the nursing unit if they are not delivered to the Laundry Department.
8. Assist in compiling data for production and inventory reports.
9. Ensure that established infection control practices are maintained when performing laundry measures.
10. Ensure that work/assignment areas are clean and that equipment, tools, supplies, etc., are properly stored at all times.
11. Follow established fire safety policies and procedures.
12. Assist others in lifting heavy equipment, supplies, etc., as directed or requested.
13. Report all accidents/incidents to the supervisor.
14. Maintain the confidentiality of resident care information.
15. Honor the residents’ personal and property rights.
16. Turn in all found articles to the supervisor.
17. Attend departmental and staff meetings.
18. Attend and participate in in-service educational classes and on-the-job training programs.

Hours: Varies.