Laundry Attendant - PRN

About the role

The Laundry Attendant plays a crucial role in ensuring a clean and welcoming environment for residents, families, and team members. This position focuses on performing laundry functions in a manner that aligns with quality service standards.

Responsibilities

• Follow work schedules and coordinate daily laundry services with housekeeping services.
• Collect, clean, and redistribute the community laundry and resident clothing.
• Follow approved laundry procedures to properly sort, wash, dry linens and resident clothing, and fold, count, and stack linens.
• Transport supplies to include clean and soiled linen to the appropriate storage and collection areas.
• Inspect linens routinely for wear and tears, identifying worn and torn linens and following the company’s standard operating procedure (SOP) for damaged linens.
• Maintain the commercial and residential laundry rooms in a clean, orderly, and sanitary condition.
• Maintain communication with the Supervisor regarding the inventory of products and services to meet service standards.
• Ensure cleaning chemicals are kept stored and locked when not in use.
• Ensure cords, carts, equipment, and other hazards are kept out of the way, not blocking exits, and in compliance with fire codes.
• Always practice safety procedures, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), fire extinguishers, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for staff, residents, and guests following established safety standards, policies, and procedures.
• Understand and comply with Federal, State, and local regulations, and company policies and procedures concerning the department.
• Promote and lead with a spirit of teamwork and open communication through consistent mentoring, coaching, and recognition program utilization, in alignment with MBK principles and core values.
• Perform other job duties or special projects as assigned or requested by the Supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED), preferred.
• 1+ years of prior related work experience functioning in a similar role, within a similar industry/work environment, preferred; on-the-job training is available for candidates with the right attitude and aptitude.

Education and Licenses/Certifications

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Preferred: Relevant certifications or licenses.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Ability to use standard cleaning and laundry equipment required for the position.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods, walk, bend, kneel, squat, pull, reach overhead, and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 250 pounds, as necessary.
• Ability to assist in the physical movement of residents during routine transfers and in emergency situations.

Qualifications

• Compassion for and desire to work with the elderly from different backgrounds and with different cognitive, physical, and emotional well-being levels.
• Demonstrated understanding and ability to work in an environment where exposure to unpleasant odors, blood, and/or bodily fluids, with potential exposure to hazardous waste or infectious diseases, and continuous exposure to residents who may be ill, confused, or having unpleasant days.
• Ability to provide housekeeping and laundry services in a resident-centered environment, which meets or exceeds quality service standards.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must complete required Background clearances, health screening, and provide negative TB test results within 7 days of employment (must be within the last 6 months).
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to speak, write, and read English, and be able to follow spoken and written directions.
• Must possess the ability to always deal tactfully and professionally with personnel, residents, family members, and guests.
• Must possess strong organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Able to work semi-independently without direct supervision, perform tasks with frequent interruptions, and show initiative by completing assigned tasks following community procedures and guidelines.
• Present a positive and professional image.

Skills

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of laundry procedures and safety protocols.

Benefits

Full-time Benefits Include:

• Rich benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k matching up to 4%.
• Childcare and eldercare assistance.
• Flexible spending accounts.

Pay

$17-$18.50 per hour.

Schedule

PRN - variable days and hours.

Company Information

MBK Senior Living is dedicated to putting people first – our residents and team members. We are committed to building trust, setting high standards, and developing potential in ourselves and others. We strive to exceed expectations and enrich lives every day.

MBK Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected reason.