Laundry Aide

Eastern Healthcare Group; South Hill (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k

Tuition reimbursement

Holiday Pay

Overtime Pay

Employee recognition

Daily Pay

Job summary

Eastern Healthcare Group is seeking a Laundry Aide to maintain a clean, sanitary and safe environment for residents, staff and visitors. You will perform daily cleaning of resident rooms, common areas and staff spaces, following infection control procedures to help prevent infections and sustain facility hygiene standards.

In addition to performing laundry support and restocking supplies, you will handle waste, operate cleaning equipment, and work closely with the care team to protect resident

Qualifications

• Cleaning & sanitizing: daily in rooms, common areas and staff spaces.
• Follow infection control procedures and safety protocols.
• Ability to work in a care environment with residents.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect resident rooms, bathrooms and common areas.
• Trash removal and proper waste disposal.
• Floor care: sweep, mop and vacuum.
• Laundry support and linen distribution.
• Restock supplies and monitor inventory.
• Report maintenance issues to appropriate dept.
• Adhere to safety standards and PPE usage.
• Engage with residents respectfully.
• Operate housekeeping equipment properly.

Skills

Cleaning and sanitation

Infection control

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

Tools

PPE usage

Job description

Summary

The Laundry Aide is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, and safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors. The aide will perform various cleaning tasks in resident rooms, common areas, and staff areas to ensure a healthy and pleasant environment. This role is essential in helping to prevent infections and maintaining overall facility hygiene standards.

Benefits And Perks

• Health Insurance
• 401k
• Tuition reimbursement through ECPI
• 1.5 Holiday Pay
• 1.5 Overtime Pay for every hour worked over 40 hours per week
• Employee recognition programs
• Daily Pay

Summary

The Laundry Aide is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, and safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors. The aide will perform various cleaning tasks in resident rooms, common areas, and staff areas to ensure a healthy and pleasant environment. This role is essential in helping to prevent infections and maintaining overall facility hygiene standards.

Benefits And Perks

• Health Insurance
• Dental + Vison
• 401k
• Tuition reimbursement through ECPI
• 1.5 Holiday Pay
• 1.5 Overtime Pay for every hour worked over 40 hours per week
• Employee recognition programs
• Daily Pay

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Cleaning & Sanitizing: Clean and disinfect resident rooms, bathrooms, common areas, hallways, and other assigned areas daily. Follow established infection control and cleaning procedures.
• Trash Removal: Collect and properly dispose of waste, including medical waste and hazardous materials, in accordance with safety protocols.
• Floor Care: Sweep, mop, vacuum, and maintain floors in all areas.
• Laundry Support: Collect, sort, and deliver linens and personal laundry, ensuring they are properly cleaned and distributed in a timely manner.
• Restocking Supplies: Replenish housekeeping supplies such as soap, toilet paper, and towels in resident rooms and bathrooms.
• Reporting Maintenance Needs: Identify and report any maintenance or repair needs, such as broken fixtures, faulty equipment, or unsafe conditions, to the appropriate department.
• Adhere to Safety Standards: Follow all health, safety, and infection control protocols, including the proper use of cleaning chemicals and PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• Resident Interaction: Engage with residents respectfully and compassionately while performing housekeeping duties in their living spaces, maintaining privacy and dignity.
• Cleaning Equipment: Properly use and maintain housekeeping tools and equipment, ensuring they are kept in good working condition.
• Assist with Special Cleaning Projects: Participate in deep-cleaning projects such as cleaning windows, washing walls, and seasonal facility-wide sanitation efforts.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous housekeeping experience in healthcare or residential settings preferred, but not required.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to follow instructions.
• Must be compassionate, respectful, and able to maintain confidentiality and professionalism when interacting with residents.

Physical And Sensory Requirements

• Ability to lift, move, and carry heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.), stand and walk for extended periods, and perform tasks that require manual dexterity.
• Ability to read and interpret documents and data on a computer screen and communicate effectively with employees and other stakeholders.

About Eastern Healthcare Group

Eastern Health Group is a family of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers. We are resident-centered and quality-focused! Our workplace culture is all about uplifting people. We are committed to creating a nurturing, family-like atmosphere where staff develop meaningful relationships with residents and where exceptional patient outcomes are the standard.