Laundry Aide

FutureCare•Baltimore, MD

4d•$16 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

At FutureCare, our Laundry Aides work in an efficient manner to meet facility needs, deliver outstanding service and performance in our laundry department. They are responsible for ensuring that the linens in the facility are kept clean and sanitized, while meeting all standards set forth for the Environmental Services department. FutureCare is the only healthcare company in Baltimore to be named a “Top Workplace” for 14 years in a row and recognized in US Newsweek as “Best Nursing Homes”. We are known for recognizing hard work and dedication and reward our team members for their compassion and care.

Requirements

High School education or GED
Must have general knowledge of laundry systems critical to safety and welfare
Ability to read, write and follow oral written instructions
Must be able to push, pull or lift a minimum of 25 pounds and a maxium of 50 pounds with assistance, such as carts, laundry bags, and linens
Strenous pulling while unloading wshers, dryers, repetitive motions
May be required to wear a safety belt

Nice To Haves

A minimum of one (1) year housekeeping experience in a long- term care setting preferred

Responsibilities

Follow oral and written instructions
Follow material safety data sheets (MSDS)
Follow schedule for laundry department
Adjust water temperature valves to maintain required temperatures
Handle clean and soiled laundry appropriately
Identify and report garments or linens in ill repair to supervisor
Collect soiled laundry
Sort laundry and linens and ensure they are washed in the proper cycle
Follow proper cleaning and infection control procedures to ensure sanitary conditions
Distribute neat, clean laundry and personal resident clothing
Keep equipment and work areas clean
Abides by the standards identified in FutureCare’s Statement of Corporate Ethics and the Corporate Compliance Plan