Laundry Aide
Status : Casual
Location: On site at 110 Sandys Street, Chatham, ON at Meadow Park Chatham
Existing Vacancy
Jarlette Health Services is a family-centric organization that has built a tradition of excellence in making an outstanding difference in the lives of the residents, families, employees, and communities it serves. As a proudly Canadian organization, with 14 Long Term Care Homes and 8 Retirement Lodges across Ontario, Jarlette Health Services has established itself as an industry leader with over 55 years of experience in the dynamic senior care sector.
Meadow Park Chatham is a fully accredited long term care home in Chatham, Ontario and serves 128 residents. Chatham is the urban centre of Chatham-Kent, a large municipality in Southwestern Ontario located between Windsor (approximately 80 km to the west) and London (approximately 115 km to the east). It is known for its fertile farmland, a diverse economy of manufacturing and agriculture, and rich history, including its role in the Underground Railroad.
Join our team as a Laundry Aide!
Under the direction of the Environmental Services Manager, the Laundry Aide is responsible and accountable for the laundering of linen and clothing, as well as the maintenance of the laundry room.
This role performs routine laundry services, including the safe use and maintenance of laundry equipment. The role requires knowledge of WHMIS chemicals. Responsibilities also include participating in policy reviews, facility committees, ongoing education, and maintaining documentation. The position must report relevant resident information for care conferences and immediately communicate changes in a resident's condition to the charge nurse.
We are looking for the following qualifications and traits:
Must demonstrate an active interest in ongoing education
Experience with environmental programs preferred
Must demonstrate good communication skills
Must understand oral and written instructions
Our offer to you may include:
Referral bonus
Individualized assistance with tuition and further education
Skill development and internal advancement = growth in your career
Awards and recognition programs and team appreciation events
Exclusive discounts on products,services and travel
A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs.
Please note, all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Employment with Jarlette Health Services will be contingent on proof of vaccination against COVID-19, a screening for tuberculosis, two positive references and, prior to starting at the location, a receipt of a current criminal reference check, including vulnerable sector screening.
Jarlette Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and will accommodate individuals with disabilities through each stage of the recruitment process. Should you require an accommodation, please let us know.
All aspects of the hiring process, from application review to final selection, are conducted by our hiring team without the use of AI.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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