Laundry Assistant

Job Overview

Athens Health and Rehabilitation seeks a dedicated Laundry Assistant for full-time day shifts to play a vital role in supporting long-term care residents by ensuring fresh, clean linens and clothing. This role is key to maintaining the comfort, dignity, and cleanliness for residents in a healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform washing, drying, folding, and distribution of resident garments and facility linens.
• Efficiently sort laundry before processing to ensure appropriate handling.
• Handle residents' personal clothing carefully, ensuring they are properly returned.
• Maintain sufficient inventory of clean linens throughout the facility.
• Adhere strictly to laundry, sanitation, and infection control protocols.
• Operate laundry machines safely and maintain a clean, orderly work environment.
• Report any damaged equipment or safety issues promptly.
• Assist environmental services and housekeeping teams as needed.
• Comply with facility policies, safety guidelines, and regulatory standards.

Candidate Profile

• Reliable, industrious, and a team player with meticulous attention to cleanliness and detail.
• Capable of managing tasks independently while staying organized.
• Effective at following both written and spoken instructions.
• Displays patience, tact, enthusiasm, and a positive demeanor, particularly towards elderly and disabled residents.
• Thrives in a fast-paced work environment.
• Proficient in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding English.
• Physically able to meet the essential demands of the job.
• Prior experience in laundry, housekeeping, environmental services, or long-term care is advantageous but not mandatory.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay ranges from $11.40 to $15.40 per hour, determined by experience.

• Affordable Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
• Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation time.

Why Join Us?

• Consistent full-time schedule during day shift.
• Supportive, team-focused workplace culture.
• Contribute meaningfully to a clean, welcoming environment for residents.
• Gain valuable experience within long-term care and healthcare support services.

Equal Opportunity

Athens Health and Rehabilitation is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.