Laundry Aide: Create Comfort with Clean Linens

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

Benefits offered by this job

Gas allowance stipend for qualifying

Health benefits – medical, dental &amp

Tuition reimbursement & paid CE

401(k) with employer matching

PTO & holidays

Referral bonus – up to $2,000

Flexible scheduling

Shift differentials

Learning, growth & advancement

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Elderwood at North Creek is seeking a dedicated Laundry Aide to support residents by maintaining clean linens and clothing. You will manage collection, washing, organization, and distribution, ensuring items are handled with privacy and care.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and adherence to infection control practices in a busy healthcare setting, with opportunities for Full-Time and Part Time schedules and growth within the Elderwood community.

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.

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.
• 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

Skills

Dependable

Organized

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Independent worker

Active environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Elderwood at North Creek is seeking a dedicated Laundry Aide to support residents by maintaining clean linens and clothing. You will manage collection, washing, organization, and distribution, ensuring items are handled with privacy and care.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and adherence to infection control practices in a busy healthcare setting, with opportunities for Full-Time and Part Time schedules and growth within the Elderwood community.