Job Summary:
Responsible for the housekeeping duties of the building.
Essential Functions:
Responsible for collecting and sorting soiled clothing and linen for washing.Responsible for laundering the soiled clothing and linen on a timely and daily basis to meet the needs of the facility and residents, folding and preparing clean clothing and linen for distribution to resident rooms and facility linen storage areas.Responsible for maintaining linen and resident clothing in useable condition by mending torn linens or garments.Responsible for keeping work area organized and clean, according to established procedures, and maintaining washer and dryer equipment in accordance to proper maintenance recommendations.Utilize cleaners, detergents, and other hazardous materials according to department procedure.Responsible for following facility fire safety and infection control practices and promptly report any unsafe conditions or equipment concerns.Greets residents, visitors, and staff courteously, respecting the dignity and confidentiality standards and promote resident rights.Ensures that equipment is properly maintained and properly stored and that storage areas are kept clean and safe. Advises supervisor of supply needs and equipment needs as necessary.Coordinates daily laundry service with other departments.Attends and participates in training, in-services, and staff meetings.Performs other related duties as assigned.Qualifications:
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
- The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Must be able to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Experience working with seniors helpful.
- Ability to understand verbal directions and read written instructions.
- Able to communicate with residents on a daily basis.
- Ability to solve practical problems and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.