Weekend Laundry & Linen Care Specialist

Extended Care LLC; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union position

Annual raise

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement program

PTO and paid holidays

Voluntary life and disability

Daily Pay

Employee discounts

Job summary

Extended Care LLC is seeking a dependable Laundry Aide to join our caring team at an affiliated facility in Des Plaines, IL. You will wash, dry, fold, and distribute laundry, ensuring residents have clean linens and properly laundered items while upholding high cleanliness and safety standards.

The role supports resident-centered care with union status, competitive benefits, and opportunities for annual raises. Full-time positions include health, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to provide laundry and housekeeping services in a resident-centered environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work independently while following facility procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and frequent interruptions.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment.

Responsibilities

• Collect, wash, dry, fold, and distribute laundry throughout the facility.
• Ensure residents have clean linens and properly laundered personal belongings.
• Maintain appropriate laundry supplies and help ensure units remain stocked with clean linens.
• Follow facility infection-control procedures and sanitation standards.
• Comply with applicable OSHA requirements, risk-management policies, and facility safety procedures.
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow applicable chemical-handling and safety guidelines.
• Follow precautions when handling potentially infectious materials or hazardous substances.
• Work collaboratively with the housekeeping and laundry team.
• Follow all facility policies and procedures to promote resident safety and comfort.

Skills

Laundry operations

Time management

Communication

Independent work

Safety procedures

Attention to cleanliness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Extended Care LLC is seeking a dependable Laundry Aide to join our caring team at an affiliated facility in Des Plaines, IL. You will wash, dry, fold, and distribute laundry, ensuring residents have clean linens and properly laundered items while upholding high cleanliness and safety standards.

The role supports resident-centered care with union status, competitive benefits, and opportunities for annual raises. Full-time positions include health, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more.