Dietary Aide - Food & Nutrition, Part-Time 8am-12pm, LIFE Williamstown

Inspira Health•Williamstown, NJ

20d•$17 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Center Manager, the Dietary Aide maintains the cleanliness of the serving kitchen and equipment and serves breakfast, snacks, and the noon meal to participants in the INSPIRA LIFE program. The role includes preparing and serving meals and snacks according to diet orders. The Dietary Aide works closely with the Dietitian and Center Manager regarding feeding issues, texture changes, appetite changes, and supplement usage. Inspira LIFE provides PACE community-based services for seniors in Cumberland, Gloucester, and Salem Counties. Depending on census changes or operational needs, employees may work at either or both the Vineland and Williamstown LIFE Program locations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of experience working with frail or elderly people.
Successful completion of the local DOH Food Safety Program or ServSafe Certification; certification must be held or attained within six months after hire.
Must be able to read and write English.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Knowledge of basic health and nutrition.
Ability to follow directions and attend to detail.
Organizational skills and ability to meet time constraints.
Ability to work cooperatively with co-workers.

Nice To Haves

Dietary experience in a health care environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain the cleanliness of the serving kitchen and equipment.
Serve breakfast, snacks, and the noon meal to INSPIRA LIFE participants.
Prepare and serve meals and snacks according to diet orders.
Work with the Dietitian and Center Manager regarding feeding issues, texture changes, appetite changes, and supplement usage.
Work at either or both the Vineland and Williamstown LIFE Program locations as census or operational needs require.