Job Description

Posting number: 202500050

Department: Rehabilitation and Living Center

Division: Laundry

Job classification: Laundry Worker

Posting type: Open

Categories: Health Care Support

Summary

The Laundry Worker is responsible for the care of resident clothing on assigned units and operates laundry equipment under the supervision of the lead laundry worker.

Examples of duties

• Complete work in compliance with State and Federal Regulations, including MSDS sheets and according to laundry policies and procedures
• Collect soiled linens and clothing from units on a daily basis
• Sort laundry
• Launder (wash, dry and fold) all linens and clothing according to policy
• Disinfect articles of clothing as needed
• Label resident clothing ensuring all items are properly marked
• Use proper body mechanics and other safety precautions to prevent injuries
• Ensure all items are free of stains, tears, loose buttons, broken zippers, etc.
• Sort, organize, fold, transport and distribute resident clothes to the units and to individual rooms/closets
• Interact appropriately with people who have physical, emotional and social disabilities
• Demonstrate an acceptance and concern for residents and respect all resident rights
• Maintain standards of complete confidentiality and resident dignity at all times.
• Maintain an appropriate working relationship with Supervisor
• Present a neat, well groomed, professional appearance
• Participate in Quality Assurance
• Communicate effectively with co-workers and inter department staff
• Illustrate a willingness to take on new tasks
• Attend appropriate in-service education
• Make responsible decisions exercising good judgment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in a similar setting preferred