Job Description

Laundry Aide
Mission:
The Laundry Aide is responsible for the collection, sorting, washing, repair and delivery of
Resident's laundry.
Key Responsibilities:

• To assist in the collection and sorting of soiled personal clothing and linens and pre- treat

stains as required;

• To load and unload washers and dryers ensuring that proper settings are used and that

chemical supplies are at an appropriate level;

• To inspect soiled linens or personal laundry and complete any required repairs, e.g. rips,

tears, buttons;

• To fold, segregate and stack linens and residents' clothing and ironing as required;
• To deliver linens and clothing to appropriate areas;
• To adhere to established facility policies and procedures, including safety rules and safe

working practices;

• To complete documentation as required according to facility policy/job routines;
• To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote

it;

• To attend in-service training as required in order to better serve the needs of the residents;
• To attend staff meetings as required to be aware of changes in Residence that have taken

place;

• To participate in the Quality Improvement Program;
• To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents)
• To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to

ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare’s Code of Conduct

• To complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Strong oral and written English communication skills
• Knowledge/experience in commercial laundry procedures and ability to meet physical

requirements of the job

• Ability to follow instructions and provide feedback on a day to day basis

• Must be familiar with standard sewing and mending techniques

• Demonstrated knowledge of proper linen care and stain removal

• Proficiency in a second language is an asset

• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check

(including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one

Time Type:

Part time

At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.

We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request.