Laundry Aide
Tacoma, WA - USA
Job Summary
Department: Environmental Services
Schedule: 6:00a2:30p or 6:30a3:00p with rotating holidays and weekends
Reports To: Environmental Supervisor / Administrator
Wage: Depending on Qualifications (DOQ); merit-based increases
AboutWeatherly Inn
Weatherly Inn is a family-owned senior living community known for excellence in memory care and resident-centered support. We work closely with families to provide compassionate high-quality care in a warm professional environment.
Benefits (Full-Time 30 hours/week)
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Paid time off (PTO)
Position Overview
The Laundry Aide ensures a clean organized and well-stocked environment by handling facility and resident laundry while maintaining safety and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Pick up launder and deliver facility linens
Pick up and launder resident personal laundry on assigned days
Maintain organized laundry and supply areas; use washer dryer iron and other laundry equipment properly
Report needed repairs or unsafe conditions to maintenance or supervisor
Report on-the-job injuries immediately
Follow Employee Handbook and Performance Expectations
Learn the special needs of residents and report changes in behavior to nursing staff
Maintain a clean and safe work environment
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
Qualifications
GED or High School graduation preferred
1 year of experience in a related field preferred
Proficient in repetitive tasks and organization
Able to read write speak and understand English
Physical Requirements
- Lift 40 lbs and carry 40 lbs
- Push 250 lb resident in wheelchair or cart of same weight
- Frequent standing walking squatting bending and repetitive arm/hand movements
We maintain a strong policy of Equal Employment Opportunity for all associates. We hire train promote and compensate associates based on personal and professional competence and potential for advancement without regard for race color religion sex national origin age marital status disability or citizenship as well as other classifications protected by applicable federal state or local laws.