Launderer I - Night Shift (Full-Time)

VICARS LANDING 1•Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs, daily, the routine and non-routine laundry functions as assigned through Vicars Landing in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing our facility; and as may be instructed by the Laundry Supervisor, in order to provide a safe, sanitary and attractive environment for all Members, guests and employees.

Requirements

Ability to read, write and speak English in an understandable manner; perform basic arithmetic; follow written and oral instructions in English.
Ability to climb, stoop, walk, stand, bend, and move intermittently throughout the assigned shift.
Ability to lift or move a minimum of 50 pounds.
Ability to see, hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to assure the requirement of this position are fully met.
Ability to function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies.
Ability to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and at times, hostile people within the facility.
May be exposed to unsanitary conditions, unpleasant odors, dust, chemicals, and verbal abuse of residents.
Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.
Must be free of communicable diseases.
Must possess a valid driver's license and be eligible to operate company vehicles for picking up and dropping items to the Oakbridge Campus.

Responsibilities

Maintains quality index range of 75-89% effectiveness. Performs cleaning functions as assigned according to departmental procedures.
Cleaning chemicals are mixed to proper use-dilution. Cleaning chemicals are not mixed with any other product except those specifically listed on product label. Cleaning chemical solutions are placed in properly labeled bottles approved for the product.
Supplies and equipment necessary to complete work assignments are taken to the work area within 15 minutes of shift start, prepared to begin assignment for the day.
All equipment used is thoroughly cleaned and returned to storage areas in designated spaces by the end of the shift, filters are kept clean, machines are wiped down, laundry trucks are frequently cleaned and sanitized, laundry floors are wet mopped at end of shift and more often as needed, odors are eliminated, and trash is removed and properly disposed of in dumpster.
All broken, damaged, or inoperative equipment and hazardous conditions are reported. Laundry Service equipment is tagged as inoperative with a description of the problem.
Annual sick time does not exceed 5% or 13 days per year. Reports to work on time 95% of the time. Does not continue to work more than scheduled hours or clock-in ahead of scheduled shift time unless authorized. Follows scheduled lunch and break schedule. Properly notifies supervisor when absent or late to work. Nametag is worn daily on shirts or smocks. Uniform, hair and shoes are neat and clean. Knocks on door and identifies self when entering room/apartment.
Members are treated with consideration, respect and full recognition of their dignity and individuality. Medical condition and treatment discussed with others only as medically necessary to maintain safety and ensure well-being of Member. Personal possessions are treated with utmost care.
"Wet Floor" signs are used when performing tile and carpet wet cleaning tasks. Equipment cords are placed so as not to create tripping hazard and unplugged when not in use. Gloves are worn on both hands in the performance of cleaning tasks, trash, and soiled linen handling. Calls for assistance when moving heavy objects. Carefully disposes of trash. Removes equipment from hallways and elevators and reports to designated "pool" areas in the event of a disaster drill or actual disaster.
Demonstrate ability to use all Laundry Services equipment through practical application. Periodic and situational duties are performed as assigned according to procedures.
Attends annually required in-services. Attends and participates in 80% of monthly departmental meetings.
Completes service requests as appropriate. Completes accident/incident reports within 24 hours of occurrences.
Is cooperative in completing additional duties displaying consistent "can-do" approach to variations in assignment. Works efficiently and makes effective use of time to avoid undue delay, backlog, or general disorder of work. Adjusts work hours to accommodate workload as needed. Assists in orientation of new personnel in familiarizing them with assignment area.
Full-time position working nights, every other weekend, from 2:30pm to 11:00pm.
Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.
Maintains quality standards through the performance of picking up, sorting, spotting, soaking, washing, drying, folding, pressing, bagging, stocking, and delivering of soiled linens and personal clothing as appropriate.
Prepares cleaning chemicals in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and departmental policies and procedures and ensures cleaning chemical bottles are properly labeled.
Collects necessary supplies and equipment and transports them to work areas.
Cleans and returns equipment to designated area after use; cleans dryer filter after use, keeps laundry room and equipment neat and clean with all supplies and equipment stored in proper area.
Observes facility and departmental policies and procedures (i.e., dress code, attendance, professional behavior)
Maintains the confidentiality of resident care information and honors the residents' personal and property rights.
Attends scheduled in-services and departmental meetings.
Practices general safety rules and follows designated duties as outlined in disaster plan.
Performs periodic and situational duties as assigned by immediate supervisor, learning to use all Laundry Services equipment.
Reports broken, damaged or inoperative equipment, lights, furnishings, and hazardous conditions to immediate supervisor.
Completes required forms accurately and in a timely manner (i.e. service requests, accident/incident reports, inspections, inventories, evaluations).
Performs other duties as assigned.