Laundry Technician/Housekeeping - PT

Little Rock, AR, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Employee assistance program

Training and Development

Job Description

Easterseals Arkansas is a well-established nonprofit organization committed to providing services and support to individuals with disabilities and their families. With a mission to help people with disabilities live, learn, work, and play in their communities, Easterseals Arkansas is dedicated to improving the quality of life for the people it serves. The organization offers a broad range of programs including therapy, employment services, childcare, and residential support, all designed to empower individuals and promote inclusion and independence. Easterseals Arkansas is known for its compassionate, professional, and client-centered approach, creating an environment where both employees and clients feel valued and respected.

The housekeeping role at Easterseals Arkansas is vital in maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for the individuals served. This position involves cleaning and organizing bedrooms and common areas to ensure they meet high standards of safety and attractiveness. The job also includes laundry responsibilities such as washing, drying, sorting, folding, and delivering laundry to appropriate areas within the facility. This role requires attention to detail, adherence to infection control procedures, and a commitment to quality service to contribute to the overall well-being of residents and staff.

This position is a part-time role scheduled for weekends, specifically Saturday and Sunday from 7:30 am to 1:30 pm. The role is non-supervisory and involves working independently or as part of a team to uphold cleanliness and hygiene standards. While performing housekeeping duties, employees are expected to use personal protective equipment as needed, maintain equipment, and assist with orienting new employees in housekeeping and laundry procedures. The work environment is dynamic and requires physical activity such as lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods. Candidates should be comfortable with performing routine cleaning tasks and handling laundry operations in compliance with established protocols.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, with some previous experience in housekeeping or laundry preferred though not mandatory. They should possess basic language and mathematical skills adequate for reading instructions, handling measurements, and following procedures accurately. The role demands a strong sense of responsibility, common sense reasoning to carry out simple instructions, and the ability to work around individuals with various disabilities respectfully and professionally. Easterseals Arkansas designates this position as "non-safety sensitive" under the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Amendment. This role offers an opportunity to be part of a meaningful cause and contribute to the positive daily experiences of the people served by Easterseals Arkansas.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
One to three months related experience and/or training preferred
Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers
Ability to print and speak simple sentences
Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's and perform weight and volume measurements
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions
Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables
Availability to work Saturday and Sunday from 7:30 am to 1:30 pm

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
One to three months related experience and/or training preferred
Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers
Ability to print and speak simple sentences
Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's and perform weight and volume measurements
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions
Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables

Job Duties

Cleans and organizes bedrooms of individuals served to include cleaning and organizing closets, drawers, shelves, counters and ADL boxes
Makes designated beds daily
Changes linens at least 2 times per week or as needed
Cleans shower and bath chairs daily
Washes bed mattresses 1 time per week or as needed, observing for cracks, cuts, or other damage
Cleans, sanitizes, and dusts tables, counter tops, and other furniture with appropriate cleaning agents
Assists in orienting new employees on housekeeping and laundry procedures
Complies with all infection control procedures including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment when cleaning depending on the space being cleaned and reason for cleaning
Collects and separates soiled clothing and linens from residential living areas
Pretreats or soaks soiled or contaminated items as required
Loads articles into washer and adds specified amount of detergent, soap, or other cleaning agent
Operates washers and dryers per manufacturer’s instructions
Transfers clean articles from washers into dryers for measured time cycles
Sorts and folds dried articles according to identification labels or type
Places items in appropriate storage bin
Delivers clothing to rooms of individuals served accurately and in a timely manner, according to identification labels
Maintains adequate supply of clean towels, bibs, and linens in designated areas
Complies with all infection control procedures including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment as needed with performing specific laundry duties