At Sienna Senior Living, you won’t just fill a position; you will build lasting relationships with residents who call Aspira their home. Join us in a role where knowing each resident not just by name, but by story, is not just possible it is expected. Our purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life! We truly believe it is a privilege to serve Canada’s seniors, ensuring they live fulfilling lives with the utmost comfort, dignity, and respect. We are currently seeking a Laundry Aide to join our team and contribute to this meaningful mission.
About Sienna Senior Living
Sienna Senior Living is a purpose-driven organization dedicated to providing exceptional care and service to seniors across Canada. We aspire to cultivate an environment and culture where team members feel valued, heard, and empowered to do meaningful work. Our retirement residences, including Aspira, are warm, welcoming communities where residents are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a number of programs and benefits that support team members’ financial, personal, and professional needs, ensuring they can thrive both at work and in life.
About the Role
As a Laundry Aide at Aspira, you will be a welcomed team member, working in a fast-paced environment where you will make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives. You will provide clothing and linen support services, ensuring the collection, distribution, processing, and inventory of linens and personal clothing. Your work will directly contribute to a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for residents. As an individual and part of a wider team, you will be a strong contributor to the culture of the home, where the focus is always on helping residents live fully, every day.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide clothing and linen support services by ensuring collection, distribution, processing, and inventory of linens and personal clothing.
- Sort linens, load and unload washers and dryers, and perform ironing and mending as required.
- Fold, sort, and load linen and clothing onto carts for distribution and delivery.
- Audit linen for labels and repairs, discarding and recording inappropriate inventory when necessary.
- Maintain high sanitation standards, a clean and tidy work area, and equipment, applying appropriate infection control protocols as required.
- Follow cleaning schedules and routines for the department and ensure the proper care and economical use of resources.
- Observe the operation of machines and report any malfunctions to the team leader.
- Assist in maintaining laundry facilities, equipment, and supplies.
- Complete cleaning duties as outlined in the laundry room area.
- Maintain a clean, safe environment for residents utilizing infection control principles.
- Support and participate in quality initiatives by providing input and suggestions for improvement, reporting feedback to the immediate team leader.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What Makes You a Great Fit?
- Secondary school graduate or equivalent.
- Knowledge related to infection control, cleaning practices, housekeeping operations, and equipment.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Ability to communicate effectively with team members and residents.
- A genuine passion for serving seniors and contributing to their quality of life.
- Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards.
- Physical ability to perform laundry tasks, including standing, bending, and lifting.
What You Need to Know
- You must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work/study permit.
- You must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check and Criminal Records Check.
- Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial intelligence to screen or assess applicants for this position.
Why You Belong Here
We offer a number of programs and benefits that support team members’ financial, personal, and professional needs:
- Competitive Salary and Vacation Package: Rate of Pay: $18.08 – $19.18 per hour.
- Health & Dental Benefits Program: Comprehensive coverage for your well-being.
- Share Ownership and Reward Program (SOAR): An opportunity to share in the company’s success.
- Employee Share Purchase Plan: With company match to help you build your financial future.
- Continuous Learning and Growth: We provide the skillset needed to succeed and take on new challenges.
- A Welcoming Culture: We value diversity and differing perspectives, experiences, and beliefs.
- Meaningful Work: Every day, you’ll make a tangible difference in the lives of residents.
Commitment to Equity and Inclusion
Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process
How to Apply
If you’re ready to join a purpose-driven organization and make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors, we’d love to hear from you. Interested candidates can apply through the platform where you found this listing.
Join Aspira, a Sienna Senior Living residence, and become part of a team dedicated to cultivating happiness in daily life. Apply today.
