Laundry Aide

Position Summary

The Laundry Aide performs day to day laundry services insuring residents? laundry needs are met in accordance with all laws, regulations and Century Park standards. Reports to the Housekeeping and Laundry Supervisor.

Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent preferred

Prior healthcare experience preferred

Primary Job Responsibilities

Collects, sorts, washes, dries, folds and distributes all bed and bath linens to residents

Sorts soiled items requiring stain removal and/or treatment

Assists and/or launders residents' personal laundry in personal machines

Presses/irons garments as requested

Labels residents' personal laundry and linens as directed

Cleans dryer filters every 2 hours

Ensures adequate supply of laundry supplies are maintained for 24/7 use

Advises supervisor when laundry supplies are low

Keeps laundry carts clean and in good working order

Properly stores equipment, tools and supplies

Returns any "found" items promptly

Reports any repairs, mechanical or equipment needs to supervisor

Reports any questionable resident behaviors or unacceptable conditions to supervisor

Reports any resident concerns or complaints to supervisor

Additional Requirements

Must enjoy serving seniors

Must demonstrate excellent customer service and hospitality

Must maintain resident and guest relations through a courteous, cooperative and understanding manner

Must demonstrate trustworthiness and dependability

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action

Must be knowledgeable of laundry practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing housekeeping functions in the post acute care facility

Must perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: general housekeeping responsibilities, patient rights, and safety and sanitation

Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc

Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information

Must understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures

Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Century Park's Code of Ethics and completes all required compliance training

Who We Are

At Century Park Associates, we are dedicated to creating an enriching lifestyle for our residents and a rewarding work environment for our valued associates. We take pride in providing an atmosphere where relationships of trust, leadership and personal ethics are not only valued, but expected of all our associates. Our "people come first" approach ensures that excellence, respect and outstanding service are apparent in all we do as an organization. We believe in caring for and loving our residents and strongly support their ability to continue growing, learning and contributing. Every day, team members at Century Park Associates choose to go beyond their job descriptions, exceeding expectations, on behalf of their residents. They have learned that those who go the extra mile receive rewards happiness of heart and peace of mind.