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

Under the supervision of the Center Manager, maintains the cleanliness of the serving kitchen and equipment. Serves breakfast, snacks and noon meal to all participates of the INSPIRA LIFE program. Preps and serves the meals and snacks according to diet orders. Works closely with the Dietitian and the Center Manager regarding feeding issues, texture changes, appetite changes, and supplement usage.

As a multisite provider of PACE community-based services for seniors in Cumberland, Gloucester and Salem Counties, an Inspira LIFE employee may work at either or both the Vineland or Williamstown LIFE Program as census changes or operational needs occur to meet the needs of our participants.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent. 
• Dietary experience in a health care environment preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year working with the frail or elderly required.

Certification/Licensure: 

• Successful completion of the local DOH Food Safety Program or ServSafe Certification. Certifications are required or must be attained within six months after date of hire. 
• NJDOH Food Safety Program. 

Knowledge & Skills:

•  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/detail oriented.
• Demonstrate organizational skills and meeting time constraints.
• Ability to work cooperatively with co-workers. 

Physical Requirements:  N: Never       O: Occasionally (<20%)       F: Frequently (20%-80%)       C: Constantly (>80%)
Lifting <20lbs	O	Standing	C	Sitting	O
Lifting 20-50lbs	F	Climbing	O	Kneeling	F
Lifting>50lbs	O	Crouching	O	Reaching	F
Carrying	F	Hearing	C	Walking	F
Pushing	F	Talking	F	Vision	C
Environmental Conditions:
Noise	F	Varied Temperatures	O	Cleaning Agents	F
Noxious odors	O	Patient Exposure	F	Operative Equipment	F

 

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