Laundry Attendant - PRN

Laundry Attendant - PRN

At MBK Senior Living, we're committed to putting people first – our residents and team members. Exceeding expectations and enriching lives drives our day-to-day. And it's all powered by Yoi Shigoto, a Japanese concept that translates to "good, quality work." It's more than a mantra. It's part of our company-wide commitment to build trust, set high standards, and develop potential in ourselves and others!

Whether you're looking for a flexible, part-time job or the pathway to a lasting career, you'll find it here at MBK Senior Living–and a whole lot more! When you join the MBK Senior Living team, you'll enjoy:

-Impacting lives and building lasting relationships

-Executing exceptional signature programs in dining, fitness, wellness, and care

-A supportive community team that encourages personal and professional growth and celebrates your

success

-A fun-filled, energetic environment that's centered in hospitality and high-quality service

-Competitive salaries

-Professional development, training, and personal coaching through our Mentor, Buddy, and Executive

Director in Training Programs

-Education loan assistance & scholarships

-Financial and legal services

-Team Member discounts

-Health and Wellness resources

Full-time benefits include:

-Rich benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k matching up to 4%

-Childcare and eldercare assistance

-Flexible spending accounts

If you're looking for a place where you can make an impact, find purpose and joy, and receive the training, tools, and support to reach your career goals – look no further, apply today!

Job Description

Schedule: PRN - variable days and hours
Pay: $17-$18.50

Job Summary:

The Laundry Attendant is responsible for performing laundry functions in a friendly, courteous manner, in alignment with quality service standards, to create a safe, secure, and inviting environment for residents, families, and team members, while upholding MBK principles and core values.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Follow work schedules and coordinate daily laundry services with housekeeping services when performing assignments in resident living areas.
• Collect, clean, and redistribute the community laundry and resident clothing.
• Follow approved laundry procedures to properly sort, wash, dry linens and resident clothing, and fold, count, and stack linens.
• Transport supplies to include clean and soiled linen to the appropriate storage and collection areas.
• Inspect linens routinely for wear and tears, identifying worn and torn linens and following the company’s standard operating procedure (SOP) for damaged linens.
• Maintain the commercial and residential laundry rooms in a clean, orderly, and sanitary condition.
• Maintain communication with the Supervisor regarding the inventory of products and services to meet service standards.
• Ensure cleaning chemicals are kept stored and locked when not in use.
• Ensure cords, carts, equipment, and other hazards are kept out of the way, not blocking exits, and in compliance with fire codes.
• Always practice safety procedures, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), fire extinguishers, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Ensure equipment is properly maintained.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for staff, residents, and guests following established safety standards, policies, and procedures.
• Understand and comply with Federal, State, and local regulations, and company policies and procedures concerning the department.
• Promote and lead with a spirit of teamwork and open communication through consistent mentoring, coaching, and recognition program utilization, in alignment with MBK principles and core values.
• Perform other job duties or special projects as assigned or requested by the Supervisor.

Education and Licenses/Certifications Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED), preferred.

Experience Requirements:

• 1+ years of prior related work experience functioning in a similar role, within a similar industry/work environment, preferred; on-the-job training is available for candidates with the right attitude and aptitude.

Required Competencies:  

• Compassion for and desire to work with the elderly from different backgrounds and with different cognitive, physical, and emotional well-being levels.
• Demonstrated understanding and ability to work in an environment where exposure to unpleasant odors, blood, and/or bodily fluids, with potential exposure to hazardous waste or infectious diseases, and continuous exposure to residents who may be ill, confused, or having unpleasant days.
• Ability to provide housekeeping and laundry services in a resident-centered environment, which meets or exceeds quality service standards.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must complete required Background clearances, health screening, and provide negative TB test results within 7 days of employment (must be within the last 6 months).
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to speak, write, and read English, and be able to follow spoken and written directions.
• Must possess the ability to always deal tactfully and professionally with personnel, residents, family members, and guests.
• Must possess strong organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Ability and willingness to work semi-independently without direct supervision, perform tasks with frequent interruptions, and show initiative by completing assigned tasks following community procedures and guidelines.
• Must present a positive and professional image.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Ability to use standard cleaning and laundry equipment required for the position.
• Must be mobile and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, including but not limited to standing for prolonged periods, and frequently walking, bending, kneeling, squatting, pulling, reaching overhead, and repetitive motion.
• Ability to move intermittently throughout the workday, in the community, and between neighborhoods.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 250 pounds, as necessary. Frequently push and pull cleaning supplies and carts.
• Ability to assist in the physical movement of residents during routine transfers and in emergency situations.
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Inspiring people, creating experiences, and supporting goals are just a few ways MBK Senior Living creates a positive work environment. It's how we support our team members, serve our residents, and achieve our pursuit – to be the senior living provider of choice in each market we serve.

MBK Senior Living has pursued this goal for more than 30 years. Currently, the company owns and operates 35 Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care services in senior living communities throughout the Western United States. We’re proud to have been ranked among the Top 50 "Best Workplaces in Aging Services" by Fortune magazine and certified as a “Great Place to Work” by the Great Place to Work Institute since 2017. 

MBK is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected reason.  Our company is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for qualifying individuals in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [email protected]. 

 

Regulatory Disclosures for Senior Living Communities with Medicaid Residents:   An “Excluded Party” is a person that the federal or state government found not eligible to provide care and services in a facility that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding.  If employed at one of our senior living communities that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding, team members must not be considered an “Excluded Party” as defined by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, any state Medicaid Programs, and any additional federal and state government contract programs.  If, as a team member, you learn that you are an Excluded Party at any time, you must present your Excluded Party notice letter to your supervisor immediately.  

 

Other Regulatory Requirements:  If employed at one of our senior living communities, team members must continually comply with certain laws and regulations that impact the company, including, but not limited to, as applicable, state licensing regulations, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), Resident Rights as defined by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and any other federal or state laws relating to team members’ professional licenses.

HIPAA Disclosure:

 

All Team Members prior to commencing employment and once employed must not be considered an “Excluded Party” as defined by the Medicare and state Medicaid Programs as well as other federal and state government contract programs. If as an associate you learn you are an Excluded Party, you must present your Excluded Party notice letter to your supervisor immediately. An Excluded Party is a person that the federal or state government found not eligible to provide care and services in a Community that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding. In addition, at all times, during your employment, all associates must be in compliance with certain laws and regulations that affect the company, including but not limited to Resident Rights, HIPAA, State licensing regulations, and those laws relating you an associates’ professional license.