Housekeeper Float

At Terwilliger Plaza, located in beautiful downtown Portland, we believe that encouraging a deeper sense of dedication and belonging is key to how we attract and retain our best people. By embracing our diverse experiences and views, we are better positioned to deliver results, create innovations that matter, and thrive in today’s changing world. Join us as we Live Forward and cultivate a phenomenal place where our team works and thrives.

Why Work Here?

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 50% off Employee Discount in Dining and Deli
• 24/7 access to an onsite gym
• Onsite Salon
• Scholarship Opportunities
• Company Paid Monthly TriMet Pass
• Competitive Pay
• 401k Matching
• Tapcheck - Same day pay

Under the direction of the EVS Manager, performs related duties associated with the collection, processing, distribution and inventory of linens. Consistent with the mission of Terwilliger Plaza contributes to the efficient operation of the Environmental Services Department within an interdisciplinary resident-focused team.

Essential Job Functions:

• Provide facility linen support services by ensuring the collection, distribution, processing and inventory of linens through completion of the following duties:
• Performs the responsibilities of the position consistent with Terwilliger Plaza policies.
• Ensures quality linen support services through the maintenance of efficient workflow patterns and in cooperation with other staff and residents. Must demonstrate an ability to work under minimal direction and supervision
• Maintains a clean and tidy work area and equipment, following cleaning schedules and routines for the departmental and ensuring the proper care and economical use of resources.
• Sorts linens for processing.
• Loads and unloads washers and dryers.
• Operates ironers.
• Folds and sorts linen onto proper shelves for wrapping and pickup.
• Inspect linens for required markings.
• Protects own health and health of others by adopting safety work practices, reporting unsafe conditions immediately, and attending all relevant in-services regarding occupational health and safety.
• Observance of universal precautions and Hazard Communications.

Non-Essential Job Functions:

Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

Education Required (Preferred):

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Years/Months of Experience:

Six months or more related experience

Knowledge / Mental / Skill Requirements:

• Good verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Good customer service skills.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to work effectively with at team.
• Ability to work independently as needed to support the group effort.
• Knowledge of Laundry operations an asset.
• Experience in a Long Term Care setting, an asset.
• General knowledge of how to operate any equipment needed to perform tasks.
• Possess skills in organization, appearance and demeanor.
• Work alone and as a member of a team, able to plan own work activities and work with a minimum amount of supervision. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to residents or other staff of the organization.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed with written and oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Able to use equipment required for tasks; understands chemical interactions.
• Skills in organization, appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to make quick, clear judgments based on facts and communicates issues with sensitivity to different communication styles and personalities.
• Ability to handle high level of activity and multiple priorities in calm manner with common sense and independent action.
• Ability to maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work assignments.
• Able to work overtime, weekends, holidays as needed.
• Ability to follow directions and complete forms & inventories and keep records.
• Normally works 8 hours per shift, however, this may be subject to change for business or care purposes. Job may require hours that exceed 8 hours per day and/or 40 hours per week during peak periods.
• Ability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure involving differences in techniques, procedures, physical demands, or work situations.
• Work alone, as a member of a team, able to plan own work activities and with a minimum amount of supervision.
• Ability to identify task requirements, monitor progress toward accomplishment and meet deadlines for completion of projects in a timely manner.
• Ability to receive guidance and supervision. Follow work rules and procedures, safety practices. Meet deadlines, punctuality and attendance standards, etc.
• Ability to systematically identify and define problems, evaluates alternatives, and implements cost effective solutions.
• Ability to perform under stress when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual, or dangerous situations, or in situations in which working speed and sustained attention are critical aspects of the job; to be subject to danger, risk, or tension as a regular, consistent part of the job.
• List tools, equipment, etc used for the position:
• Knowledge of laundry room equipment: washer, dryer, ironer, etc.

Physical Activities of the Position:

• Physically capable of performing all assigned duties within a flexible work schedule required for operation.
• Requires two-hand dexterity
• Ability to walk and/or stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Physical ability to push/ pull/ lift/ carry up to 50lbs, kneel, uses good body mechanics or asks for assistance.
• Continuously bending and stooping

Environmental Factors:
Physical ability to push/ pull/ lift/ carry up to 50lbs, kneel, uses good body mechanics or asks for assistance. Inside environment conditions, consistent with Landry climate; may be subject to infectious waste, diseases, conditions including TB, Hepatitis B. and AIDS or NORO virus

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $18.50 per hour

Terwilliger Plaza evaluates qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status and other protected characteristics.
The job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities but provides a general overview of positions job function in the company.