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Laundry Aide Permanent Full-Time 50 hours bi-weekly 18:00 - 23:00

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Sienna Senior Living

15d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Hospitality & Retail
    Facilities Management
  • Mississauga

AI generated summary

  • You must be a secondary school graduate, know infection control and cleaning practices, communicate well, and pass background checks. Experience in institutional laundry is a plus.
  • You will sort, wash, fold, and distribute linens and clothing, maintain cleanliness, report machine issues, and support infection control protocols while assisting with laundry operations.

Requirements

  • Must haves:
  • Secondary school graduate or equivalent.
  • Knowledge related to infection control, cleaning practices, housekeeping operations and equipment.
  • Ability to work independently or as a team.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with team members and residents.
  • All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector Check. Applicable to Ontario applicants.
  • All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Criminal Records Check. Applicable to British Columbia applicants.
  • Bonus points for having:
  • Previous experience in Institutional Cleaning/Laundry in Long Term Care or Retirement Residence is desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Providing clothing and linen support services by ensuring collection, distribution, processing and inventory of linens and personal clothing.
  • Sorting linens, loading and unloading washers and dryers, ironing and mending as required.
  • Folding, sorting and loading linen and clothing onto carts for distribution and delivery and auditing linen for labels and repairs.
  • Discarding and recording inappropriate inventory when necessary.
  • Maintaining high sanitation standards, a clean and tidy work area and equipment applying appropriate infection control protocols as required, follows cleaning schedules and routines for the department and ensures the proper care and economical use of resources.
  • Observing operation of machines and reporting malfunctioning to team leader.
  • Assisting in maintaining laundry facilities, equipment and supplies.
  • Completing cleaning duties as outlined in the laundry room area.
  • Maintaining a clean, safe environment for residents utilizing infection control principles.
  • Supporting and participating in quality initiatives by providing input and suggestions for improvement, reporting feedback to immediate team leader.
  • Performing other duties as assigned.

FAQs

What are the working hours for the Laundry Aide position?

The working hours for the Laundry Aide position are from 18:00 to 23:00, totaling 50 hours bi-weekly.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Laundry Aide?

The primary responsibilities of a Laundry Aide include providing clothing and linen support services, sorting linens, operating washers and dryers, maintaining sanitation standards, and assisting in maintaining laundry facilities and equipment.

Is previous experience in institutional cleaning or laundry required for this position?

While previous experience in institutional cleaning/laundry in long-term care or retirement residence is desirable, it is not a strict requirement for the position.

What qualifications do I need to apply for this role?

To apply for this role, you must be a secondary school graduate or equivalent and possess knowledge related to infection control, cleaning practices, and housekeeping operations.

Will I need to undergo a background check?

Yes, all applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector Check (for Ontario applicants) or Criminal Records Check (for British Columbia applicants).

Is the position full-time or part-time?

The position is permanent full-time.

Are there opportunities for career advancement in this role?

While the job description does not specify, Sienna Senior Living is committed to innovation and growth, which may provide opportunities for career advancement.

How should I apply for the Laundry Aide position?

To apply for the Laundry Aide position, follow the application process as outlined on the Sienna Senior Living career page or job posting.

What kind of work environment can I expect as a Laundry Aide?

As a Laundry Aide, you can expect to work in a clean and safe environment, supporting residents while adhering to infection control principles.

Does Sienna Senior Living offer accommodations during the hiring process?

Yes, Sienna Senior Living is committed to providing support and accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process upon request.

Sienna Senior Living

Cultivating happiness in daily life

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1972
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At Sienna Senior Living, our Purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life. Our work does not stop at providing the highest quality of service and care to our residents - it goes much further. Each and every day, we strive to bring happiness into our residents’ lives by enabling our team to put their passion for their work into action and supporting families to bring joy into our homes. Sienna is one of Canada’s largest owners and operators of senior living options, with 93 high-quality residences in key markets in Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan. We offer independent living, assisted living and memory care under our Aspira retirement brand, as well as long-term care, specialized programs and services, and expert management services. Our approximately 12,000 team members are committed to helping residents discover happiness through personalization, choice and community engagement in a comfortable, home-like setting. Our aim is to consistently create a positive resident experience, along with a high-performing team and workplace culture that are driven by shared Values and a commitment to innovation and excellence. As leaders in the sector, we leverage technology and best practices to constantly set new benchmarks for quality. At the same time, we never lose sight of our vision— to be Canada’s most trusted and most loved senior living provider.