Laundry Aide

JOB SUMMARY

• Perform the day-to-day activities of the Laundry Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, facility policies as directed by the Laundry Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school education or equivalent preferred.
• Must be a minimum of sixteen (16) years of age.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors, personnel, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must possess ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.
• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
• Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.
• Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, young, emotionally upset and at times hostile people.
• May be required to lift, push, pull and move equipment, supplies etc., in excess of fifty (50) pounds throughout the day.
• Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to the (HIV) AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Follow established departmental policies and procedures, including appropriate dress code.
• Perform laundry functions and tasks in accordance with written laundry procedures and verbal instruction from the Laundry Supervisor or Administration.
• Follow daily assignment of tasks according to prescribed schedule. Inability to fulfill assignment at any time must be immediately reported to the Laundry Supervisor or the Manager on Duty in absence of the Laundry Supervisor.
• Use only chemicals, equipment, dilution rates, machine settings, and methods prescribed in the written Laundry Policies and Procedures or as directed by the Laundry Supervisor.
• Follow infection control and safety guidelines. Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as written in the Facility policies, laundry polices, and as directed by the Laundry Supervisor or Administration.
• Immediately report any safety concerns and broken equipment to the Laundry Supervisor or Building Manager. Refer any concerns/complaints from residents/visitors/staff to the Laundry Supervisor.
• Keep laundry area and clean linen storage areas clean, safe, and organized. Mop any spills immediately and clean area at the end of each shift including dryer lint traps.
• Submit Workman’s Compensation Forms to Personnel Office within 24 hours of occurrence.
• Maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis as well as a calm environment throughout the department.
• Accept cross training and assignments in the Housekeeping Department as required by the Housekeeping/Laundry Supervisors.
• Participate in Departmental and Facility In-service Education Programs.
• Assist in training new employees as requested by the Laundry Supervisor.
• Attend staff meetings including departmental in-services as directed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.