Dietary Aide

High Point & Affiliated Organizations•Hyannis, MA

8d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Dietary Aide supports food service operations at the High Point Inpatient Campus in Hyannis, Massachusetts. Duties include preparing dining and dish areas, setting up and serving meals, maintaining food safety and sanitation, handling and storing supplies, and keeping assigned kitchen and storage areas clean. The role also requires adherence to patient rights, infection-control practices, confidentiality regulations, and facility procedures, as well as attendance at mandatory trainings. The position is offered full-time, part-time, or per diem, with all shifts available. The listed pay range is $20–$24 per hour, dependent on education and experience.

Requirements

Present as courteous and professional at all times.
Demonstrate flexibility and the ability to perform multiple tasks.
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to organize ideas clearly and logically.
Have basic computer skills and knowledge of software programs, and the ability to learn, use, and train others on HPAO electronic medical records.
Be able to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others.
Have an understanding of the relationship between substance use and mental health issues and/or self-help programs.
Understand boundaries and ethics.
Comply with Federal Regulations 42 CFR Part 2, Substance Abuse Confidentiality Regulations, and HIPAA Regulations.
Obtain certification in the HPAO-approved de-escalation program.
Be able to lift at least 50 pounds.
Recommended: high school diploma or GED, or work experience.
Have a work permit if needed.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED, or work experience.

Responsibilities

Follow infection-control standards, including hand washing and appropriate use of personal protective equipment and blood-spill kits.
Record food temperatures before serving.
Stock assigned units.
Set up dish areas and dining rooms.
Set up and serve assigned meals according to facility and location procedures.
Wash dishes and pans as needed.
Clean and sanitize assigned areas after meals.
Remove trash and cardboard after each assigned meal.
Receive and store dry stock and produce in assigned storage areas.
Set up salads, desserts, beverages, and other items for inpatient-unit trays at Meadowbrook.
Vacuum and mop storage areas, the kitchen, and the walk-in.
Attend mandatory trainings.
Adhere to sanitary and infection-control standards and use standard precautions at all times.
Log refrigerator temperatures daily and monitor cleanliness of refrigerators in nursing stations.
Demonstrate behaviors that recognize patient rights.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Dietary Manager, Site Director, or Program Management.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Long- and short-term disability
Discounted auto, home, and renters insurance
403(b) retirement plan
FSA and DCA
PFML
Employee Assistance Program
Bonuses and referral benefits
Free and discounted courses toward becoming a licensed counselor (LADC) or Recovery Coach
Company-paid CEU trainings with education days to complete CEUs
Free meals at select programs when available
Unmatched PTO; full-time employees can earn up to three weeks in their first year
Furthering education and credentialing opportunities