Laundry Aide - Carleton, Canada - Revera Inc.

Revera Inc.

Verified Company

Carleton, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Part time

Description

Description
Revera owns and operates retirement residences and long term care homes in the senior living sector.

Purpose. Passion. People.
We are purpose driven. We are passionate. We are connected. We are truly out to live our best lives, as we come together to help others live theirs. Join our team today and build your career with us.

Construction is now underway on our newest long term care redevelopment project.

_The new Stoneridge Manor Long Term Care Home located at 29 Costello Drive in Carleton Place, Ontario is scheduled to open in April 2023.

This state of the art long term care home will offer _personalized_ care for our residents, with bright, spacious and comfortable rooms and a _safe, supportive and friendly environment_ that supports mind, body and spirit.

_ Join our team today_ and be part of the opening of a new home in our community. Gain experience in a new building and be part of establishing the culture within the home.
_Make a difference with our residents_ and support them with their wellbeing by providing a personalized care approach that encourages independence. Help us create a home for them and a strong community atmosphere.

The Opportunity
The Laundry Aide is responsible for the collection, sorting, washing, repair and delivery of Resident's laundry.

Key Responsibilities

To assist in the collection and sorting of soiled personal clothing and linens and pre

- treat stains as required;

To load and unload washers and dryers ensuring that proper settings are used and that chemical supplies are at an appropriate level;
To inspect soiled linens or personal laundry and complete any required repairs, e.g. rips, tears, buttons;
To fold, segregate and stack linens and residents' clothing and ironing as required;
To deliver linens and clothing to appropriate areas;
To adhere to established facility policies and procedures, including safety rules and safe working practices;
To complete documentation as required according to facility policy/job routines;
To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it;
To attend inservice training as required in order to better serve the needs of the residents;
To attend staff meetings as required to be aware of changes in Residence that have taken place;
To participate in the Quality Improvement Program;
To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents)
To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Revera's Code of Conduct
To complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Strong oral and written English communication skills
Knowledge/experience in commercial laundry procedures and ability to meet physical requirements of the job
Ability to follow instructions and provide feedback on a day to day basis
Must be familiar with standard sewing and mending techniques
Demonstrated knowledge of proper linen care and stain removal
Proficiency in a second language is an asset
Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.
Vaccines are a proven, safe and powerful weapon in our battle against COVID19. Now that vaccines are widely available and recognizing that many of our staff are already vaccinated, vaccination will be a condition of employment for new hires, except when impossible due to legitimate, established exceptions. _The vaccine must be a _twodose COVID19 _vaccination series approved by Health Canada_._ _This is one more important step to protect both our residents and staff as we continue to battle this deadly virus._