Laundry

This position is located at Maryland Heights, MO.

About the role

The Laundry Department, in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing our facility, ensures the facility is maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner. An adequate supply of linen is kept on hand at all times to meet the needs of the residents.

At StoneBridge Senior Living, being a caregiver is more than our business. We consider it our privilege and are dedicated to both the individual needs of our residents and to each other. Each StoneBridge community becomes a close, welcoming group where employees help each other develop skills related to their senior care careers.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that work/cleaning schedules are followed as closely as practical.
• Clean walls, ceilings, windows, mirrors, and waxed floors according to department procedures and cleaning schedules.
• Coordinate daily laundry services with nursing services when performing routine assignments in resident living areas.
• Dispose of trash and waste, including biohazardous waste and other materials that require special handling, only in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
• Post signs indicating safety hazards any time housekeeping activities pose environmental hazards to staff, residents, visitors, or others in the facility.
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) when at risk of exposure to blood or other potentially hazardous body fluids and all other times indicated by facility policies and procedures.
• Comply with all safety instructions and procedures when using chemical substances. Refer to labels and Material Safety Data Sheets for instructions. Keep all chemicals and cleaning supplies in their original containers. Ask supervisor for assistance if unsure of proper handling techniques.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

• Experience working in a healthcare environment in Environmental Services preferred.
• Friendly attitude and excellent communication skills required.
• Must be able to express self adequately in written and oral communication and to communicate effectively in an interdisciplinary care setting with residents, families, and staff.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Health benefits (medical, dental, vision, life & long-term disability)
• Competitive Compensation
• Flexible Scheduling
• Bonus opportunities & recognition
• Up to six paid holidays per year and/or double-time opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement