Laundry Assistant

Allure Healthcare Services; Peru (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Allure of Peru is seeking a Laundry Assistant to ensure daily laundry operations, high standards of cleanliness, and adherence to department policies. You will collaborate with nursing services, handle residents' laundry, and maintain proper PPE and infection control practices.

The role requires an ability to follow written and oral instructions and to work harmoniously with staff and residents while maintaining a positive, respectful environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must read, write, speak and understand English.
• Follow written and oral instructions on cleaning chemicals.
• Willing to work harmoniously with staff and residents.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily laundry services with nursing services.
• Sort, wash, fold, and distribute clean laundry to residents.
• Maintain supplies and report hazards.
• Adhere to infection control and PPE procedures.
• Keep work area clean and organized.

Skills

English proficiency

Reading and writing

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

At Allure of Peru, we are all family! We're seeking a Laundry Assistant to join our team. As a Laundry Assistant, you will be responsible for ensuring the provision of the day-to-day activities of the Laundry Department, providing high-quality services and high standards of cleanliness. You will carry out all laundry duties as directed by the Environmental Services Director, adhering to required department policies and procedures.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Carry out all laundry duties as directed by the Environmental Services Director according to required department policies and procedures.
• Ensure daily work/cleaning schedules are adhered to.
• Maintain a high standard of personal presentation and hygiene.
• Ensure all laundry equipment is correctly and safely used and kept in a safe condition, reporting any defect to the department director.
• Practice sensitivity to the privacy and individual needs of the residents.
• Adhere to infection control policies at all times.
• Adhere to correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Ensure all necessary documentation is completed daily.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by the Environmental Services Director.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily laundry services in collaboration with nursing services when performing routine assignments.
• Perform daily laundry functions as assigned.
• Ensure an adequate supply of laundry/linen is maintained in designated areas to meet the residents' daily needs.
• Collect, sort, and weigh soiled laundry, linen, clothing, etc. and place items in the appropriate containers or assigned areas.
• Sort soiled laundry, linen, clothing, and separate items that need special stain removal or treatment.
• Sort, count, and wash soiled laundry, linen, clothing, in accordance with established procedures.
• Fold, count, stack, hang, and distribute clean laundry, linen, clothing, to residents daily or as instructed.
• Assure that clean laundry, linen, clothing, is distributed to designated areas during emergency conditions.
• Ensure floors are clean, swept, dusted, and damp or wet mopped in laundry room.
• Remove any dust, dirt, grease, from equipment or floor surfaces utilizing proper cleaning or disinfecting solutions.
• Keep work area free of hazardous conditions such as spills, excess carts, supplies, equipment.
• Report hazardous conditions or equipment to the supervisor.
• Report equipment malfunctions or breakdowns to the supervisor.
• Ensure equipment is clean and properly stored at the end of the shift.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED diploma
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions concerning the mixing of cleaning compounds, liquids, disinfecting solutions, etc.
• Must be willing to work harmoniously with other personnel as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning

Physical Demands

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet

At Allure of Peru, we are committed to providing a positive and supportive work environment for our employees. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

At Allure of Peru, we are all family!