Laundry Aide

Oak Hammock at the University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K Retirement Plan with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Paid Time Off Accrual

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

A senior living community in Gainesville, Florida, is seeking a Laundry Aide to maintain a clean environment and ensure proper infection control. Responsibilities include transporting laundry and operating machines while providing excellent service to residents. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and strong interpersonal skills. This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively relate to staff, residents, families, and community members.
• Empathetic, energetic, with an affinity for working with seniors.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean environment with a focus on infection control.
• Transport laundry containers and operate washing machines and dryers.
• Ensure adequate supply of linens within the Health Pavilion.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Ability to read instructions

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Imagine a Rewarding Career Helping Others

Working at Oak Hammock at the University of Florida is rewarding and fun. No matter your title, your days are spent among a community of residents enjoying retirement to the fullest. When you leave after your workday, you will feel a sense of accomplishment and joy since you are part of the community and residents’ lives.

No matter the position you are searching for, there is ample opportunity to impact this community. We value our staff and would love the chance to make Oak Hammock more than a job but a worthwhile experience to remember.

For any questions, please get in touch with our Human Resources Department for more information at 352-548-1005.

View our available openings.

Position: Laundry Aide

Location: Gainesville, FL

Job Id: 1175

# of Openings: 2

Position Type: Full Time

What We Do

Oak Hammock at the University of Florida is an active, yet relaxed, Life Plan Community in Gainesville, Florida. We offer a full continuum of health care, including independent living, assisted living, specialized memory support, skilled nursing and home care. Our community offers an unprecedented lifestyle of comfort and convenience with a rich array of services and amenities that are focused on optimal wellbeing.

What You Can Expect From Us

Full Time Employee Benefits include:

• University of Florida partnership with community discounts and access to opportunities through the Gator One UF ID Card
• OH I CAN! Scholarship and Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Pay Every Other Week
• Licensure Reimbursement for Clinical Positions
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• 401K Retirement and Investing Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off Accrual
• 6 Paid Holidays and 1 Additional Floating Holiday
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Annual Employee Recognition Gifts
• You Make A Difference Award Recognition
• Milestone Service Awards
• Helping Hands Emergency Loan Fund
• Staff Uniform Credits

More Than a Job

Imagine a rewarding career helping others. Working at Oak Hammock at the University of Florida is rewarding and fun. No matter your title, your days are spent among a community of residents enjoying retirement to the fullest. When you leave after your workday, you will feel a sense of accomplishment and joy since you are part of the community and residents’ lives.

No matter the position you are searching for, there is ample opportunity to impact this community. We value our staff and would love the chance to make Oak Hammock more than a job but a worthwhile experience to remember.

Laundry Aide Position Summary

Laundry Aides are an essential part of our community, providing the best life and care for our residents. This position carries the responsibility of maintaining a clean environment with a special focus on proper infection control practices. Laundry Aides are responsible for transporting laundry containers of soiled and clean linen, collecting and sorting soiled laundry and linens, and operating commercial and residential washing machines and dryers. Laundry Aides ensure an adequate supply of linens are available within the Health Pavilion and ensures resident’s laundry and linens are returned following cleaning.

Laundry Aide Job Qualifications and Requirements

• High Diploma or Equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License
• Must be able to read and understand printed instructions for the use of chemicals and cleaning agents
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills to relate effectively to staff, residents, families, and community members
• Must be empathetic, energetic and have an affinity for working with a diverse senior population
• All applicants must complete and pass a Level II Background Check and Drug Screening