Laundry Aide

Classification and Pay

Hourly Non-Exempt

Reports to

Director of Support Services

Summary/Objective
In keeping with our organizations goals, this position is responsible for assuring that our facility is maintained in a clean, safe, and comfortable manner. The position ensures that an adequate supply of clean linen and other items are available at all times to meet the needs of the residents.

Job Duties

• Collect, sort, wash, and dry linens and other garments as directed
• Count and distribute daily clean linen and garments
• Wash personal clothing of residents who request this service
• Maintain the laundry room in a clean and orderly manner; clean when necessary
• Transport laundry to and from resident rooms, laundry, and other locations as directed
• Comply with all policies and procedures related to safety and infection control procedures
• Report hazardous conditions or equipment to the Director of Support Services
• Understand and comply with all rules and regulations regarding resident rights
• Promote positive relationships with residents and visitors
• Communicate and interact effectively with residents, visitors, families, staff, and supervisors
• Attend and participate in departmental meetings and in-services as directed
• Report all resident, staff, or other concerns to the appropriate department head
• Report all incidents, accidents, unsafe situations, and concerns immediately
• Maintain knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local rules and regulations relating to responsibilities
• Ensure that responsibilities are performed consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local rules and regulations as well as facility policies and procedures

Supervisory Responsibility

There are no supervisory responsibilities for this position.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This position is within a healthcare facility that operates every day. There will be scheduled times of work on the weekends and holidays. Significant events can occur at any given time that require working. Ongoing direction and support may be necessary if systems are not properly implemented, continuously improved, and monitored.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

This position generally will require physical activity. It may at times require walking to various locations within a facility. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and may require some use of machinery consistent with the job duties.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position at times requires the ability to walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, stoop, bend, kneel, twist, and lift as necessary.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and assignments may change at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable Accommodation

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• Related experience at a level necessary to perform in the role
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions

Required Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude
• Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Display attention to detail
• Interact with residents, families, and the community in a professional manner
• Ability to engage in active listening (giving full attention to those speaking), critical thinking (using logic and reasoning to identify strengths/weaknesses of alternative solutions), and active learning (understanding implications of new information during problem-solving situations)
• Exceptional judgment and active foresight
• Self-motivated and self-directed