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Laundry Workers wash, dry, fold or press linens and clothing items in an institutional setting; pick up laundry at assigned locations and designated bin areas; collect and remove soiled clothing and linen; and sort items by type, color, and material.

The Nevada DIVISION OF CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES (DCFS) has a position for a Laundry Worker 2 at the Caliente Youth Center (CYC) a 140-bed staff secure facility for male and female youth age 12 to 18. Caliente is home to some of the most beautiful country in Nevada! This includes the magnificent Rainbow Canyon and the oasis-like setting of Kershaw-Ryan State Park just 2 miles south of the city center. Within 50 miles of the town are four other Nevada state parks: Beaver Dam, Cathedral Gorge, Spring Valley, and Echo Canyon. Caliente is a short distance, approximately 2 hours north, from the bright lights of Las Vegas, NV. The CYC goal is to promote positive self-growth, create change in behavior, attitudes, values and ways of thinking for youth. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently and may provide work direction and training to others. Under general supervision, incumbent supervises student workers and coordinates the activities of laundry staff in washing, drying, folding and pressing clothing and linen on a daily basis; order and maintain accurate linen and supply inventory; inspect work area and equipment to ensure a safe working environment.

This is a full time position that includes a variable work agreement that may be scheduled to work hours and days different than 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, with overtime after 40 hours per week. The State of Nevada and DCFS offer an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state or social security tax! The Nevada DIVISION OF CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES (DCFS), together in partnership with families, communities and other governmental agencies provides support and services to assist Nevada's children and families in reaching their full human potential. We recognize that Nevada's families are our future and children, youth and families thrive when they live in safe permanent settings, experience a sense of sustainable emotional and physical wellbeing, and receive support to consistently make positive choices for family and the common good. DCFS is an extremely complex organization with incredibly dedicated and professional staff committed to serving Nevada's youth and families! More information on our Division and the valuable services we provide Nevada's children and families can be found at: http://dcfs.nv.gov

In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: