LAUNDRY - LAUNDRY AIDE

Laundry Aide

Temporary Part Time, no set end date

30 hours Bi weekly, 5am-1pm

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Using specified cleaning/ disinfecting/sanitizing agents, and following specific procedures, work patterns, and routines, performs tasks such as:
• Collects/receives laundry and sorts according to type, condition and weight.  Follows specific instructions for treatment of soiled linens.  Separates loads according to classification.
• Washes and dries laundry following instructions for machine operations, designated washing and drying times, etc.  Sorts personal clothing or puts aside for repairs or ironing, may iron and mend personal clothing.  Folds laundry as required, sorts and delivers to appropriate units.
• Observes operation of machines and reports malfunctions to Supervisor.  Assists in maintaining laundry facilities, equipment and supplies.  Advises Supervisor of inventory levels of chemicals and linen shortages
• Ensures privacy of residents during performance of duties. 
• Adheres to established company policies and procedures regarding quality assurance, fire, and safety.
• Cooperates with other departments in such tasks as transferring residents, moving and storing supplies, furniture and equipment.
• Participates in company meetings as assigned.  Attends in-service education programs.

 QUALIFICATIONS  

• Ability to work safely, following established safety practices & procedures.
• Ability to read and write English and follow simple written and verbal instructions in English