Laundry Aide

 "How do you live in the moment?"

We are passionate about 'Making Every Moment Matter'. We are seeking a candidate that shares our values - a person who has a passion to make a difference, who has a strong moral compass and who has a commitment to teamwork. The ideal candidate is a warm and loving person who makes meaningful connections with those they are caring for.

The Laundry Aide reports to the Environmental Services Manager and is expected to sort, wash, dry and fold linen and personal clothing and deliver laundry and personal clothing in accordance with established policies and procedures. A major part of your role as a Laundry Aide will be to actively involve residents in everyday domestic living, creating meaningful occupation and activities.

Wage Rate:The starting wage rate is $ 19.41/hour. 

 Vacancy:  This is an existing vacancy.

Responsibilities:

• Receives laundry and sorts according to type, condition and weight. Follows specific instructions for the treatment of soiled linens. 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 ironing. Folds laundry as required, and sorts and delivers to appropriate units. 
• Observes operation of machines and reports malfunctioning to Supervisor. Assists in maintaining laundry facilities, equipment and supplies. Cleans machines as required and cleans and tidies floors and laundry areas. 
• Adheres to established department policies, procedures and objectives regarding quality management, safety, environment and infection control. 
• Focuses on a person-centered approach while maintaining the organization's policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned and or indicated in the Job Task Inventory

Qualifications:

• The qualifications needed to join our family are as follows:
• Basic understanding of washer and dryer operations and some knowledge of chemicals used in the process. 
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions. 
• Possible Variations:
  • May be combined with the Housekeeper position.
• Ability to work from the heart and make others smile
• Ability to make the most of the time you have to provide positive social interactions
• To show evidence of being focused on people's feelings when interacting and knowing how to turn a task into positive social interaction.
• To undertake and meet all legal requirements within a context of promoting individuals' rights and measuring/reducing elements of risk.
• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one
• As a condition of employment, candidates are required to submit documented results of TB testing (within the last six months or within 14 days upon hire) or a chest X-ray (within the last year), as per Public Health requirements
• Two supervisory references required
• Provide proof of all required vaccines. The Employer strongly recommends to "stay up to date" with the recommended vaccines. Vaccination requirements are subject to changes as determined by the Employer. 
• Italian speaking is an asset

What do we offer you?

• Competitive wages
• Employee benefits
• Employee perks
• Employee and Family Assistance Program 
• Support for personal and professional growth

We look forward to speaking with you and Making Every Moment Matter. Although we appreciate all applicants' interest, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use secure, limited AI tools to assist with administrative tasks such as organizing applications or analyzing role alignment. These tools are used solely to support our recruitment team. All hiring decisions are made by people. We are committed to ensuring our hiring practices are equitable, inclusive, and privacy-conscious. Any personal information collected or processed is handled in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Act (PIPEDA) and our internal privacy policies.

We strive to be diverse, inclusive, fair, equitable and accessible by addressing barriers and promoting dignity and respect for all.  If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager.