Laundry Aide

Day Shift: 5AM - 3PM

Essential Job Functions:

Administrative Functions

• Ensure that work/cleaning schedules are followed as closely as practical.
  
• Report all accidents/incidents to your supervisor no matter how minor they may be.
  
• (NOTE: Such occurrences must be reported on the shift in which they occur.)
  
• Coordinate daily laundry services with nursing services when performing routine assignments in resident living areas.
  
• Laundry Services
  
• Functions described below refer to laundry service for the entire facility.
  
• Functions may include standing for extended period of time up to 8 hours.
  
• Perform day-to-day laundry functions as assigned.
  
• Perform specific tasks in accordance with daily work assignments.
  
• Perform assigned tasks in accordance with established laundry procedures.
  
• Collect, sort, and weigh soiled laundry, linen, garments, etc. and place in appropriate containers or assigned areas. Laundry items may exceed 30 pounds.
  
• Sort soiled laundry, linen, garments, etc., and separate those items that require special stain removal/treatment.
  
• Sort, count, and wash soiled laundry, linen, garments, etc., in accordance with established procedures.
  
• Press/iron garments as instructed. This requires standing until ironing is finished.
  
• Fold, count, stack, hang, and distribute clean laundry, linen, garments, etc., to residents daily and/or as instructed.
  
• Transportation of laundry, linen, garments, etc. includes, but is not limited to, pushing a cart that may exceed 30 pounds.
  
• During emergency conditions, assure that clean laundry, linen, garments, etc., are distributed to designated areas as instructed.
  
• Clean floors, including sweeping, dusting, and damp/wet mopping. (NOTE: Assure that appropriate caution/safety signs are properly set up prior to performing such duties.)
  
• Keep walls and ceilings clean by washing, wiping, dusting, spot cleaning, disinfecting, deodorizing, etc.
  
• Remove dirt, dust, grease, film, etc., from equipment or floor surfaces, using proper cleaning/disinfecting solutions.
  
• Discard waste/trash into proper containers and reline trash receptacle with plastic liner.Working Conditions
  
• Works in all areas of the facility.
  
• Moves intermittently during working hours. May include standing for up to 8 hours.
  
• Is subject to frequent interruptions and may need to reschedule laundry activities.
  
• Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances.
  
• Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel and visitors.
  
• Communicates with laundry personnel and other department personnel.
  
• Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary, as well as in other positions as need.
  
• Is subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.).
  
• May be required to work on shifts other than the one for which hired.
  
• Attends and participates in continuing educational programs.
  
• Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the work day, as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants.
  
• Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B Viruses.
  
• May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals.
  
• Miscellaneous
  
• Turn in all found articles to your supervisor.
  

Physical Demands

The following are the physical demands of this job

KEY: The following physical demand descriptors will be used

Never: Not Necessary to perform job duties

Seldom: Done only a few times a day, for short duration

Occasional: Up to one-third of the day

Frequent: Up to two-thirds of the day

Constant: Two-thirds or more of the day

Intermittent: Variable throughout the workday

Physical Activity Level Time

Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a workstation without moving about. Matted/even surface (linoleum, carpet, mats). Frequent, when folding linens/personal laundry, etc.

Walking: Moving about on foot. Brisk, constant movement on a matted/even surface (linoleum, carpet, mats). Frequent, when making deliveries to rooms, sorting linen, etc.

Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another Sedentary, 0-10 lbs. maximum Constant, when lifting linens and personal laundry.

Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another Light, 20 lbs. maximum Occasional, when lifting bags of wet laundry.Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another Medium, 50 lbs. maximum Occasional, when lifting large bags of wet laundry.

Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another Heavy, 100 lbs. maximum Occasional, (large wet laundry bags

>50 lbs) will receive help lifting heavy items.

Carrying: Transporting an object Sedentary, 0-10 lbs. maximum Constant, when carrying stacks of clothes, towels etc.

Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force. Constant movement Occasional, when pushing laundry cart to and from rooms.Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force Constant movement Seldom, when pulling cart (if they cannot see over the top due to stacks of linens).

Bending, Torso: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist Light - 20 degrees Frequent, when folding laundry, reaching on top of cart, etc.

Bending, Torso: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist Moderate - 45 degrees Occasional, folding laundry, reaching into cart, etc.

Bending, Torso: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist Full - 90 degrees Occasional, folding laundry, reaching into bottom cart, etc.

Bending, Neck: Bending the head downward and forward by bending the neck Light - 5 degrees Frequent, folding laundry on table, looking down to bottom racks.

Reaching: Extending the arms and hands in any direction Full, extended reach Frequent, folding large sheets and linens.

Reaching: Extending the arms and hands in any direction Reaching over the head Occasional, reaching for laundry on top of carts or racks.

Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with the hand or hands (with or without significant weight resistance Both hands and arms Constant, when folding linen, reaching into carts, pushing carts, etc.

Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with the hand or hands (with or without significant weight resistance Rotation of the hand or wrist Seldom, when folding linen.

Gripping: Tight, firm hold with hands or fingers Palmar Grasp Occasional, when holding onto the carts.

Fingering: Working with the fingers primarily. Fine finger manipulation Occasional, when labeling personal clothing, pushing washer/dryer buttons.

Climbing: Ascending or descending heights using feet and legs, and/or hands and arms Ramps and stairs Seldom, when walking up ramps throughout the grounds.

Kneeling Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees Matted, even surface (carpet, linoleum) Occasional, cleaning dryers (lint traps) every 2 hours.

Moving/Mechanical Parts: Working with or around moving or mechanical devices Frequent, when loading washers/dryers.

Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word Coherent speech Occasional, when speaking to co-workers.

Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds by the ear Capacity to hear loud noises (siren, hydraulic press, jackhammer) Frequent, fire alarm, washer alarm.

Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds by the ear Capacity to hear soft noises (conversational speech) Occasional, when speaking with co-workers, residents.Standard Job Functions

Equipment and Supply Functions

• Ensure that an adequate supply of laundry/linen supplies is maintained in laundry/linen closets to meet the daily needs of the residents.
  
• Keep supervisor informed of supply needs.
  
• Keep work area(s) free of hazardous conditions, i.e., spills, excess laundry carts, baskets, supplies, equipment, etc.
  
• Report all hazardous conditions or equipment to the Director of Laundry Services.
  
• Report all equipment malfunctions or breakdowns to your supervisor as soon as practical.
  
• Assist others in lifting heavy equipment, supplies, etc., as directed or requested.
  
• Clean work/supply carts, equipment, etc., as necessary/directed.
  
• Ensure that equipment is cleaned and properly stored at the end of the shift.
  
• Personnel Functions
  
• Attend departmental and staff meetings as directed or called.
  
• Perform specific tasks in accordance with daily work assignments.
  
• File complaints/grievances with your supervisor.
  

Resident RightsSafety and SanitationStaff Development

• Maintain the confidentiality of resident information.
  
• Knock before entering a resident�s room.
  
• Honor the residents� personal and property rights.
  
• Report complaints of missing property to your supervisor.
  
• Follow established fire safety policies and procedures.
  
• Follow established safety precautions when performing tasks and when using equipment and supplies.
  
• Wear and/or use safety equipment and supplies (e.g., back brace, mechanical lifts, etc.) when lifting or moving heavy objects. Objects may exceed 30 pounds.
  
• Ensure that assigned work areas are maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner.
  
• Keep work/assignment areas free of hazardous objects, unnecessary equipment, supplies, etc.
  
• Follow proper techniques when mixing chemicals, disinfectants, and solutions used in the work area. Refer to material safety data sheets (MSDSs) when necessary.
  
• Follow established policies governing the use of labels and MSDSs.
  
• Report all hazardous conditions or equipment to your supervisor.
  
• Ensure that established infection control and universal precautions practices are maintained when performing laundry procedures.
  
• Participate in an in-service training program prior to performing tasks that involve potential exposure to blood, body fluids, or hazardous chemicals.
  
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment and supplies when handling infectious materials.
  
• Discard sharps into designated container.
  
• Follow established hand washing procedures.
  
• Dispose of refuse daily in accordance with our established sanitation procedures.
  
• Follow established policies governing the use/disposal of personal protective equipment and disposal of infectious wastes.
  
• Coordinate isolation procedures with nursing service.
  
• Other(s) that may become necessary / appropriate to assure that our laundry department is maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner.
  
• Participate and assist in department studies and projects as directed.
  
• Attend and participate in in-service educational classes, on-the-job training programs, etc., as scheduled or as directed.
  
• Attend and participate in annual OSHA and CDC in-service training programs for hazard communication, TB management, and blood borne pathogens standard.Physical and Sensory Requirements (With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices)
  
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day.
  
• Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.
  
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
  
• Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
  
• Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with the residents, personnel.
  
• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which include a medical and physical examination.
  
• Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the facility.
  
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds. Requires infrequent, heavier lifting of wet laundry (weight varies). Constant carrying of laundry in and out of washer and dryer. Requires constant pushing and pulling of linen barrels and racks.
  
• May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
  
• Specific Requirements
  
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
  
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, to follow instructions, and to accept constructive criticism.
  
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
  
• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of laundry areas, for sanitation, order, and safety.
  
• Must be willing to work harmoniously with other personnel as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning.
  
• Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing laundry practices.
  
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions concerning the mixture of cleaning compounds, liquids, cleaning instructions, etc.
  
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
  

Experience

• None required. On-the-job training provided.
  

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
  
• Dental insurance
  
• Flexible spending account
  
• Health insurance
  
• Paid time off
  
• Vision insurance
  

Work Location: In person