Laundry Aide / Health and Rehab Center / Full Time

## Description
The Laundry Aide will provide all services related to the laundering activities of assigned facilities.

The duties of this position include, but are not limited to

• Handles the changing and laundering of linens, clothes, shower curtains and related items.
• Loads machines and uses the appropriate amount cleaning products and temperatures to ensure effective cleaning, sanitizing and drying of items.
• Folds all laundered items and handles all ironing and pressing as requested.
• Adds labels to all of the resident’s personal garments.
• Returns clean linens and laundered items to assigned areas.
• Maintains an adequate inventory of laundry supplies including maintaining and stocking linen closets.
• Maintains clean washing and drying machines and reports any maintenance problems to manager.
• Assist with housekeeping responsibilities for assigned facility.
• Greet and communicate with visitors in a pleasant and professional manner.
• Use positive and appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication techniques when communicating with other staff.
• Serve as a resident advocate by supporting and promoting the best interests and rights of the residents.
• Follow the Resident Bill of Rights.
• Follow HIPAA standards and regulations by maintaining confidentially of resident information.
• Report any signs of abuse and/or neglect.

## Qualifications
**Required Skills/Abilities:**

• Six months related work experience is preferred.
• Detail-oriented and thorough.
• Ability to remain discreet and respect the privacy of residents and/or guests.
• Consistently demonstrate ability to be proactive and take the initiative to make decisions/choices without direct supervision.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrates computer skills necessary to complete *Relias* training modules.
• Excellent customer service skills and evidence of professional manner and conduct.
• Ability to work cooperatively and maintain positive and productive working relationships with other team members, residents, families and volunteers.
• Must be able to handle the different emotions associated with residents and their families.
• Sufficient ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English to complete work efficiently, effectively, and courteously.
• Must have personal transportation when assigned to Independent Living.

**Physical Requirements:**

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds and push heavy equipment at one-hour intervals without a rest.
• Prolonged periods standing and walking and frequently pulling, pushing and bending.
• Must be able to perform manual and sometimes strenuous labor.
• Must have adequate speech and hearing in order to effectively communicate
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organizations facilities.