Laundry Aide

Laundry Aide

IMMANUEL LIVING - 3.4

Kalispell, MT Job Details Full-time $16.00 - $19.20 an hour 2 days ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Employee discount Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Laundry dryer machines Garment pressing High school diploma or GED Stacking Pressing machines Cleaning Laundry sorting Fabric folding Laundry folding Laundry spot cleaning Biohazard disposal procedures Entry level Medical waste disposal Full Job Description Position Purpose The primary purpose of this position is to perform the day to day activities of the Laundry Department to ensure the retreat is maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner and that adequate supply of linen is on hand at all times to meet the needs of the residents. Expectations of Excellence Understand and support the core values, mission, philosophy, and guiding principles of Immanuel Living. Provide consistent quality and valued service, while complying with Corporate and Department policies and procedures and State and Federal regulations. Respect the privacy, confidentiality, and possessions of those Immanuel Living serves, its staff, and Immanuel Living. Contribute to an atmosphere of positivity, teamwork, and mutual support, while leading by example. Look for the good in others and assume positive intentions. Be caring, compassionate, and hospitable, while acting with integrity and honesty. Ensure that a safe living and working environment exists. Attend work regularly and follow established work schedule, while being flexible to the needs of the department, including during weekends and holidays. Manage use of work time wisely. Education and Experience Graduation from high school or GED preferred Previous laundry experience helpful Essential Physical and Mental Requirements The incumbent must be at least 18 years of age, as position operates potentially hazardous equipment. The incumbent must be able to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and work under time and/or deadline pressures. Required vision abilities include close up and distance, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Rare 67% of shift Physical Demand Examples of Job Duty Frequency Squatting or kneeling down to low surfaces, prolonged kneeling, or sitting on floor Picking up item off floor Rarely Lifting 0-10 lbs. Hanging and sorting clothes Frequently Lifting 11-20 lbs. Working with dirty/wet laundry Occasionally Lifting 21-40 lbs. Lifting bags of laundry Occasionally Lifting > 40 lbs. Lifting bags of laundry Occasionally Reaching above shoulder Hanging and folding clothes Frequently Reaching chest to shoulder Loading and unloading machines Folding Frequently Reaching waist to shoulder Hanging and folding clothes Placing items in cabinets / drawers Loading and unloading driers Continually Reaching below waist level Loading and unloading machines Sorting Washing in sink Frequently Carrying 0-12 lbs. Carrying towels, folded clothes Occasionally Carrying >12 lbs. Carrying bags of soiled laundry Occasionally Pushing / pulling 0-20 lbs. Pushing and pulling carts, drier and washer doors Occasionally Pushing 20-40 lbs. Pushing bariatric residents in wheelchair Rarely Gripping up to 40 lbs. Carrying bags of laundry Occasionally Sitting Rarely Standing Loading and unloading machines Sorting and folding Continually Walking Walking throughout facility Frequently Specific Duties Perform day-to-day laundry functions, as assigned. Perform specific tasks in accordance with daily work assignments. Perform assigned tasks in accordance with established laundry procedures. Collect, sort, and weigh soiled laundry, linen, garments, etc., and place in appropriate containers or assigned areas. Sort soiled laundry, linen, garments, etc., and separate those items that require special stain removal/treatment. Sort and wash soiled laundry, linen, garments, etc., in accordance with established procedures. Press/iron garments, as instructed. Fold, stack, hang, and distribute clean laundry, linen, garments, etc., to residents on a daily basis and/or as instructed. Dispose of all infectious waste in the proper manner. Perform other duties as assigned. About Immanuel Living Immanuel Living is a not-for-profit, Life Plan Community located in Kalispell, MT. Thanks to our creative and dedicated staff, we offer residents new possibilities each day - along with resort style amenities, numerous options for healthy lifestyles, and a breathtaking location in the Flathead Valley near Glacier National Park. Immanuel Living is the primary residence for 300 older adults living in our independent villa apartments, assisted living and memory support residences, our post-acute rehab and long term care residences and includes multiple dining rooms, a fitness center, art studio, and more. Immanuel Living is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America and is committed to its philosophy of providing a faith-based environment to enrich the lives of older adults while maintaining its local and regional reputation as the leader in senior living for its quality of services and innovation. Immanuel Living offers a competitive benefits package that goes above and beyond. Benefits eligible employees can take advantage of: Retirement Savings program with strong employer match Affordable Child Care Generous paid-time off (PTO) program. Medical benefits Optional dental and vision insurance Life insurance Educational Assistance promoting lifelong learning Employee wellness programs Free and Discounted employee meals Pre-employment TB, drug testing, Covid-19 testing and annual flu shot provided at no cost. Immanuel Living is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.