Laundry Aide (Environmental Services Technician) at St. Annes

Full-time position focused primarily on laundry services with occasional housekeeping responsibilities in a healthcare/senior living setting. Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:30am-2:00pm.

Responsibilities

• Maintain effective communication with all individuals and promote a positive image of the entity in the community.
• Perform on-call services as assigned.
• Clean and disinfect assigned areas, including resident rooms, apartments, common areas, and employee work areas.
• Tasks include mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, removing garbage/hazardous waste, cleaning furniture, windows, stairs, doors, bathrooms, and removing soiled linens.
• Cross-train to work in all areas of the community.
• Perform periodic deep-cleaning tasks such as wall washing, drapery/curtain washing, vents, and blinds.
• Clean up unexpected accidents, spills, blood, and body wastes using appropriate safety precautions.
• Operate floor-cleaning machines, buffers, wet/dry vacuums, and other equipment.
• Follow Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all housekeeping chemicals and equipment.
• Know and adhere to all safety codes (fire, tornado, disaster, etc.).
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling blood and body fluids, following universal precautions.
• Read and adhere to resident rights agreements; report violations immediately.
• Perform only trained tasks and operate equipment only with proper instruction.
• Maintain a calm, composed attitude when dealing with difficult residents and families.
• Maintain good attendance and take breaks only as assigned.
• Work cooperatively with all disciplines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Commitment to quality outcomes and services for all individuals.
• Ability to relate well to others and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions.
• Adaptability to change and ability to understand and retain instructions.
• Tolerance for interruptions and flexibility when changes occur.
• Ability to tolerate repeated exposure to water, lotions, chemicals, or protective gloves.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school degree or equivalent required.