Laundry Aide

Company: Genacross Lutheran Service Wolf Creek
Location: Holland
Posted on: May 25, 2023

Job Description:

Genacross Lutheran Service Wolf Creek - Basic Purpose:
Responsible for laundering facility and resident linen and clothes in order to provide a clean and safe environment for residents and staff.




The following lists of duties are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the incumbent. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the incumbent.




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I. Primary Duties:
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• Collect and sort laundry and linen for facility and residents in accordance with applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations and our established policies and procedures.
  
• Wash, dry and fold laundry for facility and residents.
  
• Label resident clothing appropriately to ensure accurate redistribution.
  
• Completes necessary forms, reports, etc. in order to ensure smooth operations of the environmental services in accordance with applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations and our established policies and procedures.
  
• Assists in the inventory and storage process of incoming supplies, etc. and works to maintain accuracy and organization in this process within applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations and our established policies and procedures.
  
• Addresses resident and family concerns in a professional manner and reports those concerns to the Director of Environmental Services.
  
• Reports allegations of abuse/neglect and reports, as appropriate, to proper organization leadership.
  
• Reports hazardous incidents, including but not limited to, injuries, equipment, etc. to the appropriate Manager/Supervisor.
  
• Implements and follows disaster plans in the event of an emergency.
  
• Assumes additional duties and responsibilities as determined by the Director of Environmental Services.
  
• Maximizes the stewardship of all resources.
  
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  -II. -Professional Competencies:
  
  
  
  
  Mission/
  Vision
  
  
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  Understands, acts on, and is dedicated to the Genacross Lutheran Services mission and vision.
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  Knowledge
  
  
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  Stays informed on industry and professional/ functional level. Exhibits the appropriate level of industry, professional/functional knowledge and modifies priorities and responses as necessary.
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  Innovation/
  Creativity
  
  
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  Creates an atmosphere that challenges the "status quo." - Originates and adapts new ideas to achieve objectives. Supports person-centered values and practices where the voices of elders and those working with them are considered and respected.
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  Decision
  Making/
  Judgment
  
  
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  Completes an in-depth analysis of problems, consequences and alternative solutions before making decisions. - Seeks input from other staff and the Supervisor on major initiatives.
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  Performance
  Management
  
  
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  Carefully evaluates and balances Genacross objectives. - Develops and achieves challenging and attainable objectives. -
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  Teamwork/
  Communication
  
  
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  Creates a climate of objectivity, cooperation, recognition, contribution, and trust. - Makes and keeps commitments. - Listens carefully, communicates clearly, and beyond a "need-to-know" basis with Supervisor. - Removes obstacles and resolves conflict.
  
  
  
  
  Operations
  Effectiveness
  
  
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  Adheres to budgets and planned activities to efficiently achieve objectives. Demonstrates ability to effectively plan, prioritize, and manage multiple activities. -
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  Ethical Behavior/
  Values
  
  
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  Models the values of collaboration, compassion, excellence, and integrity. Builds honest, trusting, and respectful relationships. - Shows consistency in words and actions. Does not undermine or respond negatively to others.
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  III. Qualifications:
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• Must be at least 18 years of age.
  
• Prior experience working in a long-term care setting and with a high-volume food production setting preferred.Familiarity with Microsoft Office products including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Ability to learn new software application as required by the position.
  
• Requires excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with senior executives, managers, supervisors and direct care staff, as well as residents, families and physicians.
  
• Understands directions; communicates and responds to inquiries promptly.
  
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  IV. Miscellaneous Details:
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• Physical demands are light in nature and may require lifting up to 50 pounds; sitting, reaching, handling, fingering, talking, hearing and seeing.
  
• Working conditions are inside in well-lighted, well-ventilated areas.
  
• The principal contacts for this position will include Ministry Support staff, all levels of corporate and facility staff, outside vendors, and business representatives.
  
• The general requirements will include the executions of all terms and conditions set forth in the -Genacross Lutheran Services Employee Handbook, including, but not limited to:
  
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• Works in a safety-conscious manner that ensures safe work practices are used in order not to pose a risk to self or others in the workplace and in compliance with OSHA standards.
  
• Interacts in a tactful, diplomatic, and humanistic manner with residents, families, visitors, and co-workers to provide a safe, efficient, and therapeutically effective caring environment, which ensures the self-respect, personal dignity, rights, and physical safety of each resident and center guest.
  
• Maintains a dependable attendance record and adheres to standards of cleanliness, grooming, hygiene, and dress code.
  
• Complies with company policies and procedures and local, state, and federal regulations.
  
• Adheres to policy on Drug Free Workplace.
  
  
  Basic Purpose:
  Responsible for the delivery of quality, resident-centered services in short-term and long-term care, ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and government regulatory agencies.
  
  
  
  
  The following lists of duties are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the incumbent. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the incumbent.
  
  
  
  
  I. Primary Duties:
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• Provide quality personal care to ensure that residents are comfortable and are provided with the highest quality of care. Adheres to all guidelines learned through the STNA training program and state guidelines as well as complies with the Home's policies and procedures.
  
• Complete administrative requirements to ensure that proper documentation is maintained. Completes paperwork, medical forms, charting and all required documentation as a part of the resident care process and the transition of care process.
  
• Assists the residents during the admissions, transfer and discharge process to provide ongoing quality care and assurance during transition periods.
  
• Follow care plan functions to meet the specific needs of each resident. Focus on resident's individualized needs and encourage resident's ability to make personal choices.
  
• Reports allegations of abuse/neglect and reports, as appropriate, to proper organization leadership.
  
• Reports hazardous incidents, including but not limited to, injuries, equipment, etc. to the appropriate Manager/Supervisor.
  
• Accepts direction of charge nurse in relation to direct resident care.
  
• Assumes additional duties and responsibilities as determined by the Director of Nursing.
  
• Maximizes the stewardship of all resources.
  
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  II. -Professional Competencies:
  
  
  
  
  Mission/
  Vision
  
  
  -
  
  
  1.
  
  
  -
  Understands, acts on, and is dedicated to the Genacross Lutheran Services mission and vision.
  -
  
  
  
  
  Knowledge
  
  
  -
  
  
  2.
  
  
  -
  Stays informed on industry and professional/ functional level. Exhibits the appropriate level of industry, professional/functional knowledge and modifies priorities and responses as necessary.
  -
  
  
  
  
  Innovation/
  Creativity
  
  
  -
  
  
  3.
  
  
  -
  Creates an atmosphere that challenges the "status quo." - Originates and adapts new ideas to achieve objectives. Supports person-centered values and practices where the voices of elders and those working with them are considered and respected.
  -
  
  
  
  
  Decision
  Making/
  Judgment
  
  
  -
  
  
  4.
  
  
  -
  Completes an in-depth analysis of problems, consequences and alternative solutions before making decisions. - Seeks input from other staff and the Supervisor on major initiatives.
  -
  
  
  
  
  Performance
  Management
  
  
  -
  
  
  5.
  
  
  -
  Carefully evaluates and balances Genacross objectives. - Develops and achieves challenging and attainable objectives. -
  -
  
  
  
  
  Teamwork/
  Communication
  
  
  -
  
  
  6.
  
  
  Creates a climate of objectivity, cooperation, recognition, contribution, and trust. - Makes and keeps commitments. - Listens carefully, communicates clearly, and beyond a "need-to-know" basis with Supervisor. - Removes obstacles and resolves conflict.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  -
  -
  -
  Operations
  Effectiveness
  
  
  -
  
  
  -
  -
  -
  7.
  
  
  -
  -
  -
  Adheres to budgets and planned activities to efficiently achieve objectives. Demonstrates ability to effectively plan, prioritize, and manage multiple activities. -
  -
  
  
  
  
  Ethical Behavior/
  Values
  
  
  -
  
  
  8.
  
  
  -
  Models the values of collaboration, compassion, excellence, and integrity. Builds honest, trusting, and respectful relationships. - Shows consistency in words and actions. Does not undermine or respond negatively to others.
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  III. Qualifications:
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• Current State of Ohio STNA certification.
  
• One to two years experience in long-term care setting preferred.
  
• Familiarity with basic computer skills. Ability to learn new software applications as required by the position.
  
• Requires excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with senior executives, managers, supervisors and direct care staff, as well as residents, families and physicians.
  
• Understands directions; communicates and responds to inquiries promptly.
  
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  IV. Miscellaneous Details:
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• Physical demands are moderate in nature and may require lifting up to 100 pounds; sitting, reaching, handling, fingering, talking, hearing and seeing.
  
• Moderate regional travel may be necessary in this role.
  
• Working conditions are inside in well-lighted, well-ventilated areas.
  
• The principal contacts for this position will include Ministry Support staff, all levels of corporate and facility staff, outside vendors, and business representatives.
  
• The general requirements will include the executions of all terms and conditions set forth in the -Genacross Lutheran Services Employee Handbook, including, but not limited to:
  
  -
  
  
  
  
• Works in a safety-conscious manner that ensures safe work practices are used in order not to pose a risk to self or others in the workplace and in compliance with OSHA standards.
  
• Interacts in a tactful, diplomatic, and humanistic manner with residents, families, visitors, and co-workers to provide a safe, efficient, and therapeutically effective caring environment, which ensures the self-respect, personal dignity, rights, and physical safety of each resident and center guest.
  
• Maintains a dependable attendance record and adheres to standards of cleanliness, grooming, hygiene, and dress code.
  
• Complies with company policies and procedures and local, state, and federal regulations.
  
• Adheres to policy on Drug Free Workplace.
  
  
  
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