Laundry Associate - Full-Time

FULL TIME LAUNDRY ASSOCIATE POSITION

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Loads articles into washer and adds specified amount of detergent, soap, or other cleaning agent.
• Starts machine that automatically washes and rinses articles.
• Lifts clean, wet articles from washer and places them into dryers for measured time cycles.
• Sorts dried articles according to identification system. Folds, counts, and distributes items to appropriate locations.
• Presses/irons garments as instructed.
• Sorts and counts articles to verify quantities.
• Cleans work area and equipment.
• Complies with safety procedures, state sanitation standards and state regulations of long term care facilities.
• Washes and rehangs drapes and cubicle curtains.
• Follows confidentiality requirements and residents’ rights at all times.
• Follows safety regulations, infection control, and standard precaution procedures at all times.
• Performs all duties in a manner consistent with the age specific competencies as described for members of the laundry staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Less than high school education; or up to one month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.
• Knowledge of infection control standards.
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors and the general public.
• Ability to report to work regularly and promptly.
• Ability to work beyond normal hours when necessary.

At Loomis Communities, we open doors to positive aging . Building on our proud traditions of integrity, security and hospitality, our vision is for Loomis to always be a vibrant, welcoming community, providing resources to maximize well-being and personal fulfillment; while sharing our talents and strengths with all those whose lives we touch.