Laundry Aide -Full-time - Martha & Mary

Martha & Mary in Poulsbo, Washington is seeking a Full-Time Laundry Aide.  

Martha and Mary Health Services is seeking a dependable, responsible and organized Laundry Aide to assist in our Health Services building.  We offer competitive pay and a supportive environment, where we become friends and family.  Martha & Mary provides quality care and services to those in need of long-term care and short-term care.  Come be a part of one of Kitsap County's largest not-for profit employers and embrace the opportunity to make a positive difference in someone's life every day!  

General Description

The Laundry Aide will assist the laundry team, the Laundry Technician and the Director of Environmental Services. Works most closely with the following internal staff to effectively meet our resident’s needs: NACs, Unit Aides, Housekeepers, and Other Laundry Aides There will be limited External Customer Contact that may include: Residents and their family & friends, Vendors and Volunteers

Pay: 

The wage scale for this position is $17.50/hr. and up to $20.71/hr. depending on relatable experience determined by hiring manager and HR. 

 Some fun things you'll do: 

• Tend laundering machines to clean sheets, blankets, pillow coverings and personal articles of residents.
• Load articles into washer and adds specified amount of detergent or other cleaning agents.
• Lift clean wet articles from washer and place these articles successively into dryers for measured time cycles.
• Sort dry articles according to identification numbers, name or type.
• Fold and place items in appropriate storage bin.
• Hang clothes on racks according to name and numbers.
• Deliver all personal laundry to designated areas and track resident’s personal clothing inventory.
• Ensures that all clothes are mended and ready to wear.
• Ensures laundry area and floors remain neat and clean.
• Understand functions of various soaps and bleaches.
• May also assist residents to eat in dining rooms as regulations allow.

We are looking for:

• Someone who shares our dedication and compassion to those in our care.
• Someone who has genuine interest in working in an environmental service setting 
• Someone who has enthusiasm for fun and client engagement/interactions
• Someone who can keep pace with laundry staff and machines to ensure laundry is properly cleaned
• Someone who can be on their feet for their entire shift
• Someone who has their high school diploma or equivalent
• Good verbal communication skills.
  
  

About our organization

Martha and Mary has been caring for children, seniors and families in Greater Kitsap for over 135 years. Offering exceptional care that feels like family, we provide a wide continuum of care services for life's transitions, including skilled nursing, rehab, care management and long-term care, plus affordable senior housing options and outstanding early learning programs for children. As a non-profit, faith-based organization, we are keenly dedicated to delivering high quality, compassionate care requiring highly capable employees with warm hearts. Whether you are just beginning your career or looking to enhance your skill set, by joining our mission of caring you can expect to make a real difference in the lives of those we serve.

Martha & Mary employee benefits and wages offered are reviewed annually and are intended to be fair, beneficial and competitive in today’s market whether just entering our workforce or nearing retirement. Benefit offerings are based on employment status. Salary ranges, benefits and other compensation are subject to change. 

Benefits:

Martha & Mary offers fair wages, competitive benefits and supportive work environments, where we become friends and family.  We invite you to apply and become a part of one of Kitsap County's largest not-for profit employers.  The following benefits/compensation are offered at Martha & Mary.

• Paid Time Off (PTO) is accrued at varying rates depending on length of employment.   Accrual rates begin at 5.32 hours per month based on a 40-hour workweek.  These accruals include the required sick leave per Washington State’s Paid Sick Leave Law  
• 50% discount on child care services while working
• Comprehensive benefit package after 60 days to include medical, dental, vision and life insurance options for full time employees.   
• Career advancement opportunities across multiple sites and departments
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan is available immediately upon hire
• 6 Paid Holidays 
• Employee Assistance and Counseling for life’s challenges outside of the workplace
• Cell phone, Health Club and Auto service discounts
• And much more

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory background and reference checks. 

Martha & Mary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.