Laundry Assistant in Assisted Living

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Works cooperatively with residents, families, guests and staff and performs other duties as directed by the Environmental Services Director.
• Sorts, washes, dries, folds and puts away residents' clothing, bedding, linens and other laundry while handling personal belongings with care and respect.
• Maintains a clean, organized laundry area and properly cares for and stores laundry and cleaning equipment.
• Follows all infection control, Standard Precautions, safety and product-use procedures.
• Identifies and reports equipment malfunctions, maintenance needs and other concerns to the Environmental Services Director.
• Provides friendly, respectful service to residents, communicates resident concerns appropriately, and respects Residents' Rights and confidentiality.
• Follows directions, works independently, and demonstrates reliability, punctuality and consistent attendance.
• Attends required staff meetings and in-service training.

Qualifications

• Previous laundry, housekeeping or custodial experience preferred.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position and complete manual work.
• Positive, friendly attitude with the ability to work well with senior adults and as part of a diverse team.
• Ability to follow procedures, work with minimal supervision, and adapt to changing resident needs.
• A high school diploma or GED preferred.