Dietary Aide, PACE Program, Part-time

HOSPICE SAVANNAH INC • Savannah, GA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Dietary Aide supports food service operations for PACE participants by adhering to individualized dietary plans and organizational policies. This role is responsible for the preparation, service, and monitoring of meals and snacks, as well as assisting with other PACE Center duties as assigned by PACE Center management.

Requirements

• Before working independently, meet a standardized set of competencies for the Dietary Aide position established by the PACE plan (CMS required)
• Before engaging in participant care, be medically cleared for communicable diseases and have up-to-date immunizations and vaccines (CMS required)
• Have not been convicted of criminal offenses involving Medicaid, Medicare, other health insurance or health care programs, or social services programs under title XX of the Act (CMS required)
• Have not been excluded from participating in Medicare and Medicaid programs (CMS required)
• Have not been convicted of criminal offenses pertaining to physical, sexual, drug, or alcohol abuse (CMS required)

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Food service or dietary aide experience in healthcare, long-term care, or senior services settings
• Experience working with a frail or elderly population
• Food Handler Certification or ServSafe certification; may be required by State
• Experience working in Electronic Health Records (EHRs)
• One year of experience working with a frail or elderly population, or in the absence of such knowledge, receipt of appropriate training before working with PACE participants (CMS preferred)

Responsibilities

• Supports food service operations for PACE participants by adhering to individualized dietary plans and organizational policies.
• Responsible for the preparation, service, and monitoring of meals and snacks.
• Assists with other PACE Center duties as assigned by PACE Center management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED