Laundry Aide (Part Time)

Who We Are
DCO is a nonprofit organization dedicated to removing barriers to allow all people the opportunity for a life of enrichment and inclusion. Since 1954, we’ve supported infants, children, and adults through therapies, education, and habilitative programs that promote personal growth and meaningful participation in the community.

Our work is guided by our core values: Honor, Empower, Advocate, Respect, and Teamwork. We partner with families, employers, and community members to promote awareness, inclusion, and lifelong learning.

• Pick up laundry from 12 classrooms on assigned days
• Sort laundry appropriately, ensuring items soiled with bodily fluids are washed separately
• Measure detergent and bleach accurately based on load size
• Transfer laundry between washers and dryers while preventing contamination
• Fold clean laundry and return it to classrooms
• Maintain a clean and sanitary laundry workspace
• Complete daily cleaning tasks, including:
  • Hallway restrooms
  • Vacuuming halls and lobby
  • Sanitizing cabinets, tables, and door handles in shared areas
• Deliver supplies to classrooms as requested
• Perform additional related duties as assigned

Essential Skills & Abilities

• Understanding of sanitary and universal precautions
• Ability to correctly measure detergent and bleach
• Ability to maintain separation of “clean” and “dirty” items to prevent cross‑contamination
• Ability to complete light housekeeping tasks
• Dependable attendance and time management
• Ability to follow verbal directions and work schedules
• Ability to complete tasks independently after demonstration
• Ability to work without disrupting others
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships with children and staff
• Ability to maintain personal cleanliness and remain free from communicable diseases
• Ability to follow emergency procedures and assist with child oversight if needed
• Ability to stand, push a vacuum, and use cleaning products
• Adherence to all DCO policies and procedures