Per Diem Housekeeping/Laundry Worker

Town of Nantucket

Our Island Home 

Per Diem Housekeeping/Laundry Worker 

The Town’s nursing facility, Our Island Home, seeks a housekeeping and/or laundry worker.

REQUIREMENTS: High School degree or GED equivalent. Basic communication skills in English are required. Exceptional customer service skills and basic knowledge of infection control techniques required. Must be able to operate washing machines, dryers and associated equipment. Must have sufficient manual and physical dexterity to bend and reach to complete basic housekeeping and laundry tasks. The position involves standing, sitting and/or walking for the greater portion of the workday. Must be able to lift up to 30lbs. Work is performed in a nursing home facility environment. 

Per Diem. Non-Union. $25.50 per hour per ATM Warrant.

Statement of Duties: The Housekeeper/ Laundry Worker creates and maintains a clean, sanitary facility to promote the utmost infection control applicable for residents, visitors and staff. The Employee is required to operate laundry equipment to keep the residents’ clothing, linens and other machine washable items clean, and is required to perform all similar or related duties.

Recommended Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience: 

High School diploma or equivalent; one (1) year prior work experience or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.  

Knowledge, Abilities and Skill 

Knowledge: Knowledge of the facility's cleaning devices, cleaning products, detergents, or equipment such as washers, dryers, irons, steamers, brooms, dry and wet mops and related chemicals. Knowledge of department operations as well as cleaning and infection control rules and policies. 

Abilities: Ability to recognize the priority of tasks and be able to complete tasks in a detailed, timely and safe manner despite frequent interruptions.  Ability to take initiative to carry out job duties. An interest in working with the elderly. Works with others in a helpful, respectful, and courteous manner; must be able to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers, supervisors and residents/family members. Able to work in an interdisciplinary team environment. 

Skill: Proficient oral and written communication skills; good organizational skills. Effective mechanical skill required to effectively operate laundry equipment. Proficient customer service skills.   

Special Requirements: Pass all required background checks.