Laundry Worker

Ocean View Continuing Care Centre in Eastern Passage, NS, Canada

Facility: Ocean View Continuing Care Centre
Location: Eastern Passage, Nova Scotia
Job Category: Operations
Position Available: Causal

Facility Description: Ocean View is a Charitable organization that has been operating since the early 1960’s. We provide a variety of services, predominately for seniors and others folks that need a little extra help in day to day living. Our vision is to be the “community of choice” for Nova Scotians needing support in a place they call home. We are committed to the highest standards of support and services and we promote a healthy workplace for staff. We foster a healthy work-life balance and use the latest best practice information at all levels.

SCOPE OF POSITION: Responsible for general laundry duties as assigned. These may include the sorting, loading, and folding of laundry and delivering to units. Maintains a regular cleaning schedule of laundry area

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum completion of Grade Twelve (12) required
• Knowledge and ability to operate and use institutional laundry equipment
• Must demonstrate good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to attend work on a regular and consistent basis
• Must be comfortable working around seniors

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the processing of all linens and personal laundry items includes collecting, sorting, and folding etc.
• Responsible to use industrial washers and dryers according to guidelines
• Maintains laundry stocks and delivers lines to the neighbourhoods
• Responsible for the routine cleaning of all laundry equipment
• Replenishes supplies
• Reports defective equipment or linens to the Facility Support Manager
• Is familiar with facility Policies and Procedures, Fire and Safety, and Emergency procedures and carries out guidelines of same
• Attends staff education sessions as required
• Performs other related duties as required                     

Ocean View Continuing Care Centre Offers:

·         Free Parking & on Bus Route

·         Comprehensive Benefits Package

·         Comprehensive Orientation

·         A supportive work environment

Salary Range: In accordance with current collective agreement between Ocean View Continuing Care Centre and C.U.P.E. Local 1245.

Rotation: Combination of all shift types.  Position requires weekend work.  Schedule may change as necessary to ensure coverage.

Please be aware that OVCCC is a pet friendly environment that is home to several animals.

Please note: if the full application form is not completed with all applicable information, your application will not be reviewed.

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