Laundry Assistant - Full Time

Summary of Duties

Perform daily laundry activities to assure that the facility is maintained in a clean and safe manner.

Essential Job Functions

• 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.
• Fold, count, stack, hang, and distribute clean laundry, linen, garments, etc., to residents daily and/or as instructed.
• Distribute clean laundry, linen, garments, etc. to designated areas as instructed during emergency conditions.
• Clean work/supply carts, equipment, etc., as necessary.
• Clean and store equipment properly at the end of the shift.
• Notify supervisor of equipment and supply needs.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as directed by supervisor including special projects.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. No experience required. On-the-job training provided.

Physical Requirements for Essential Job Functions

• Must be able to move about consistently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to reach, bend, and/or stoop intermittently throughout the work day.
• Must be able to walk/stand 75% of the day.
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry up to 50 pounds utilizing proper body mechanics and assistance.
• Must be able to push, pull, or move a minimum of 100 pounds utilizing proper body mechanics and assistance.
• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.