Williamsport-South is looking for Full-Time Laundry Aide(s) to complete our team!

The Laundry Aide washes, folds, sorts, stores, processes and transports laundry and linen throughout the facility so that supplies are available to meet resident needs. Laundry services are provided in accord with facility policies and procedures and in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations to enhance resident comfort and enhance the quality of life.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities not limited to:

• Sorts soiled laundry according to departmental procedures for handling linen and for infection control.
• Loads appropriate amount of laundry into washing machine and adds correct amount of detergent; or understands automatic programs utilized.
• Maintains separation between soiled and clean laundry.
• Cares for residents’ personal laundry according to each individual's personal needs and preferences. Delivers clean laundry to residents’ room. Requests resident’s permission before entering room.
• Follows facility procedures to ensure that personal laundry is always returned, without damage from the laundry process, to the correct owner. Operates laundry equipment according to manufacturer's instructions.
• Utilizes personal protective equipment according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Follows all safety information and procedures when using chemical compounds. Refers to product labels and Material Safety Data Sheets for information. Keeps all products in original containers. Asks supervisor for assistance if unsure of proper handling techniques.
• Inspects laundry item by item and reports wear and damage to supervisor.
• Returns clean laundry and linens to units promptly. Stocks linen carts and closets as scheduled. Notifies supervisor of any difficulty in meeting unit needs for laundry. Places laundry carts in proper position on units.
• Communicates with supervisor throughout shift as needed.
• Reports injury of self or others to supervisor immediately.
• Monitors workplace for safety and fire hazards. Corrects or reports potential problems to supervisor. Reports housekeeping, maintenance and equipment problems promptly to Director of Housekeeping & Laundry.
• Maintains workplace in orderly, clean manner. Stores supplies and equipment in proper places when not in use.
• Assists Director of Housekeeping & Laundry with preparation for state inspection. Attends survey training. Interacts with state surveyors as instructed by supervisor.
• Attends in-service education programs as assigned. Applies information to job tasks.
• Participates in fire and disaster drills. In the event of an emergency carries out assigned duties to assure resident safety.

Shift Type: Full-time day 11am-7pm & every other weekend

Benefits:

• Paid training.
• Daily, weekly or biweekly pay options.
• Health, Life, Dental and Vision insurance.
• 401k opportunities.
• Generous paid time off.
• 8 paid holidays.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE

• Education: Sufficient to demonstrate functional literacy

• Certificate/Licenses: None.

• Work Experience: Prior housekeeping experience in an institutional setting preferred.

Bedrock Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more details, please call Human Resources at 570-323-3758.