Job Description & How to Apply Below
As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.
Mission Statement The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Job Description:
CHARACTERISTIC
JOB DUTIES:
The incumbent is responsible for the following range of job duties characteristic, or typical of the job class:
Receives laundry and sorts according to type, condition, and weight load per wash. Follows specific instructions for treatment of soiled linens, using methods, chemicals, and protective equipment. Separates loads according to classification.
Washes and dries laundry following instructions for machine operations, designated washing, and drying times, etc.
Sorts personal clothing or puts aside for repairs or labelling. Folds laundry as required, sorts, and delivers to appropriate floors and resident rooms.
Observes operation of machines and reports malfunctioning to Facility Service Manager. Assists in maintaining laundry facilities, equipment, and supplies. Cleans machines as required, cleans, and tidies floors and laundry area.
Adheres to established department policies, procedures and objectives regarding quality management, safety, environment, and infection control.
Keeps records and completes incident reports as necessary.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL ATTAINED:
The successful job applicant will have completed High School
NOTE:
An alternative level of education and experience may be acceptable.
SPECIAL LICENSES, DIPLOMAS, CERTIFICATIONS OR REQUIREMENTS:
The successful applicant will hold/have:
WHMISUnderstanding procedures and ability to follow established infection control protocols
Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check screening.
MINIMUM PRIOR RELATED
EXPERIENCE:
Previous experience in the Healthcare environment or Long-Term Care setting, Housekeeping preferred.
Able to read, write and speak the English language.
Able to communicate with Managers, other employees, and residents.
Able to work independently and as part of a team.
PHYSICAL EFFORT/DEXTERITY
REQUIRED:
Considerable amount of standing and walking short distances, wide range of body movements involved in bending, rotating, and reaching frequently.
Ability to carry, push/pull and or lift materials weighing upwards of 20 lbs.
Enclosed environment where area may be noisy, hot, and humid.
CONCENTRATION
REQUIRED:
The performance of the job requires attention to detail and practice of proper policies and procedures RESPONSIBILITY FOR HUMAN RESOURCES:
The job incumbent is responsible for his/her own time and effort only. He/She may demonstrate work methods to new employees.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The job incumbent will work under the following disagreeable conditions:
Hot and humid environment
Noisy
Crowded in some cases.
Pressures of timeline
Works weekends and early mornings EXPOSURE TO HAZARDS:
The job incumbent must take the following precautionary measures (in addition to health and safety rules):
Occasional exposure to bio-waste
Exposure to toxic chemicals
Moving objects
Injury from lifting
Falling on wet/slippery floors PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES:
The job incumbent may be exposed to the risk of minor to moderate injury or illnesses due to:
Universal Precautions Vaccination against Tuberculosis Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $25.82 to $25.82 with a maximum of $25.82.Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.
The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email Recruitment.
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