Part Time Laundry Worker (Union position)

The Salvation Army London Centre of Hope Housekeeper/Laundry Worker is responsible for the day-to-day activities of the laundry service. As The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world, every position contributes to the spiritual and social services mission of The Salvation Army, ensuring that their work and interactions with clients and coworkers are done in a manner befitting Christian standards, attitudes, principles and goals.

General:

• To complete all duties in accordance with the Standards and Policies & Procedures of The Salvation Army London Centre of Hope
• Participate in regular staff meetings to review operational effectiveness, changes in policies and procedures, and in-service training
• As required and as applicable, make suggestions that will improve efficiency, working conditions or procedures to the Support Services Manager
• Ensure all duties assigned to shifts are completed in accordance with the task description*
• Collect all dirty linen from all service areas and clean as required
• Provide all service areas with clean linen on a daily basis
• Responsible for shipping/receiving of linens
• Ensure all equipment is cleaned and maintained on a regular basis
• Monitor in-house linen inventory and report concerns to Support Services Manager
• Promptly report any damage to property or equipment to the Support Services Manager. Adhere to all applicable safety rules. Operate equipment properly and safely. In general, perform all work duties in a safe manner in terms of personal and public safety (e.g. use wet floor caution signs where required)
• Responsible for cleaning duties as assigned by the Support Services Manager
• To promote the mission, policies and objectives of The Salvation Army
• To maintain confidentiality in all matters pertaining to clientele and coworkers of The Salvation Army London Centre of Hope
• Participate as an active and responsible team member in all work groups through which position responsibilities are achieved
• To treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution
• Represent the organization in a professional manner, acting in the best interest of the employer at all times
• Participate in ongoing professional development and training

Health and Safety

• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army's health and safety policies and procedures
• Work closely with security, identifying any safety and security needs
• Responsible to work in compliance with the Ontario Health & Safety Acts and Regulations
• Responsible to use personal protective equipment and clothing as directed by the employer
• Responsible to report workplace hazards and dangers
• Responsible to work in a manner as required by the employer and use the prescribed safety equipment
• Responsible to report workplace injuries or illness

Perform other position related duties as required

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Flexibility in scheduling is required. The work schedule is determined in consultation with your supervisor and may vary according to requirements of responsibility. Applicable shifts include a ½ hour paid meal break. The operational hours of this facility are 24/7.

Shifts: Saturday and Sunday, 7:00 am to 3:00 pm

• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.

Normal location of work is at: 281 Wellington Street, London, ON N6B 2L4 and outreach locations

• Minimum Secondary School Diploma
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training preferred
• WHMIS Training

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:

• At least two years-experience in janitorial/maintenance related field

SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES:

• Professional level of cleaning methods and procedures including proper hygienic procedures
• Capable of operating mechanized cleaning and maintenance equipment
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to follow detailed instructions
• Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check with vulnerable sector screening
• Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities

Interested applicants must respond in writing with a cover letter and resume.

The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

You must advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.