Laundry Aide

Elderwood; North Creek (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gas stipend

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with employer matching

PTO & holidays

Referral bonus

Flexible scheduling

Shift differentials

Growth opportunities

Team environment

Job summary

Elderwood at North Creek in North Creek, NY seeks a Laundry Aide to help keep residents comfortable by handling linens and clothing with care. You will sort, wash, dry, fold, and distribute items, maintain records, and support infection control in a respectful, private setting.

This role offers competitive benefits, including a gas stipend for commuters, tuition reimbursement, a 401(k), PTO, and flexible scheduling to fit your life.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous laundry, housekeeping, hospitality, healthcare, or related experience preferred, but not required.
• Interest in laundry operations and willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of the position.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Respect for resident privacy, dignity, and rights.
• English language proficiency at an intermediate level or higher.

Responsibilities

• Sort soiled linens and clothing according to type, fabric, color, and level of soiling.
• Collect and process facility linens and residents' personal clothing.
• Label residents' clothing and maintain accurate records of personal belongings.
• Assist in locating missing clothing and personal articles.
• Load washing machines and select appropriate wash cycles.
• Add detergents, soaps, bleach, and other approved laundry products according to established procedures.
• Transfer clean items to dryers and operate equipment safely.
• Sort, fold, and prepare clean linens and clothing for distribution.
• Deliver and distribute residents' personal garments to designated areas.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary laundry area.
• Remove lint, dust, and debris from laundry equipment as needed.
• Follow proper infection control practices when handling and processing laundry.

Skills

Dependable

Organized

Detail-oriented

Follow instructions

Independent

Active environment

Privacy & rights

Willing to learn

Education

18 years or older

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Salary

$16.10 / hr - $18.00 / hr

Laundry Aide

Location: Elderwood at North Creek112 Ski Bowl RoadNorth Creek, New York 12853

Full-Time and Part Time Opportunities Available

Keep Our Residents Comfortable, Cared For, and Feeling at Home.

At Elderwood at North Creek, the little things matter. Clean linens, freshly laundered clothing, and familiar personal belongings can make a big difference in a resident's comfort and sense of home.

As a Laundry Aide, you'll play an important behind-the-scenes role in supporting the daily lives of our residents. You'll care for facility linens and residents' personal clothing from collection and washing through folding, organizing, and returning items to their designated locations.

If you're dependable, organized, and take pride in doing meaningful work that helps others, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Why Join Elderwood at North Creek?

• NEW! Gas Allowance Stipend for qualifying commuters
• Full Suite of Health Benefits – Medical, Dental & Vision
• Tuition Reimbursement & Paid Continuing Education
• 401(k) with Employer Matching
• Generous PTO & Holiday Package
• Employee Referral Bonus – Up to $2,000
• Flexible Scheduling
• Shift Differentials
• Opportunities for learning, growth, and advancement
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment

Position Overview

As a Laundry Aide, you'll help ensure residents have clean, fresh clothing and linens while maintaining a safe, organized, and sanitary laundry environment.

You'll sort, wash, dry, fold, organize, and distribute linens and residents' personal garments. You'll also help maintain accurate records of residents' clothing and belongings and assist with locating missing items when needed.

This is an active position that requires attention to detail, organization, and respect for residents' privacy and personal belongings. Your work helps create a comfortable environment where residents can feel cared for and at home.

We're Looking For Someone Who Is...

• Dependable and organized
• Detail-oriented and careful with residents' personal belongings
• Comfortable working independently and staying on task
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions
• Comfortable working in an active, hands-on environment
• Respectful of residents' privacy, dignity, and personal rights
• Someone who takes pride in keeping things clean, organized, and running smoothly
• Willing to learn proper laundry, sanitation, and infection control procedures

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Sort soiled linens and clothing according to type, fabric, color, and level of soiling
• Collect and process facility linens and residents' personal clothing
• Label residents' clothing and maintain accurate records of personal belongings
• Assist in locating missing clothing and personal articles
• Load washing machines and select appropriate wash cycles
• Add detergents, soaps, bleach, and other approved laundry products according to established procedures
• Transfer clean items to dryers and operate equipment safely
• Sort, fold, and prepare clean linens and clothing for distribution
• Deliver and distribute residents' personal garments to designated areas
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary laundry area
• Remove lint, dust, and debris from laundry equipment as needed
• Follow proper infection control practices when handling and processing laundry
• Store cleaning compounds and hazardous substances safely and properly
• Participate in evaluations of new laundry products or methods when requested
• Protect resident privacy and maintain confidentiality while handling personal belongings
• Follow all applicable facility safety, compliance, and infection control policies
• Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors or management

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous laundry, housekeeping, hospitality, healthcare, or related experience preferred, but not required
• Interest in laundry operations and willingness to learn
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of the position
• Strong attention to detail and organization
• Respect for resident privacy, dignity, and rights
• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.