Fair Acres is the largest skilled nursing facility in Delaware County, we are owned and operated by the County of Delaware. Fair Acres is proud to offer our residents long term care, short term rehabilitation, respite care and hospice services. We are members of the Pennsylvania Association of County Affiliated Homes, and we are proud to serve as a geriatric training site for local colleges, universities, and nursing schools.

Fair Acres offers competitive compensation, great benefits- including a pension, a pleasant working environment, and the opportunity to make a difference!

Position Summary:

Oversees all aspects of the operation of the Laundry department. Provides direction and management for all laundry staff through oral and written communication. Participates in training and orientation of new employees and training and retraining of existing staff. Manages all aspects of the department’s operating budget. Performs job function with minimal supervision of administration.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the development and training of the production team members in efficiently producing high quality linen.
• Responsible for the effective and successful management of resources, staff, productivity, and quality control
• Review production necessities to meet demands of the facility. Develop, manage, and assign tasks appropriately to ensure the laundry facility is organized. Plans work and staffing schedules to ensure adequate services are rendered based on company standards.
• Ensures linen is dealt with in accordance with procedures and proper administration.
• Provide recommendations for replacement of damaged linens.
• Manage and maintain laundry equipment.
• Prepare and monitor the department budget including preparing the annual budget and processing purchase requisitions throughout the year.
• Process payroll, days off, over-time and vacation scheduling. Conduct training in job duties, proper equipment uses and safety procedures.
• Address issues with residents and family members relating to resident clothing concerns.
• Oversee the maintenance of the laundry equipment.
• Work with relevant departments, to ensure that expectations are consistently met.

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum of three years of supervisory/leadership experience in an applicable role required.
• 1-4 years’ experience in laundry related field preferred
• Basic supervisory techniques, working knowledge of administrative and production techniques and principals required.
• Working knowledge of laundry department preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of general office equipment including computer, telephone, printer, shredder, copier.

Licenses / Certificates:

• Certified Laundry Manager Certificate preferred.

Job Conditions/ Physical Requirements:

• Lift materials weighing from 1-45 pounds.
• Ability to pull or push lien carts.
• Frequent bending while loading/unloading washers/dryers, sorting linen and folding
• Continuous movement throughout department
• Considerable amount of sitting, bending, standing, and walking

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Pet insurance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• In-person
• Long term care
• Skilled nursing facility

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person