Dietary Aide

Full Time
Green Brook Township, NJ 08812
Posted
Job description

· Comply with standards of business conduct in accordance with federal, state and local health and regulatory standards and guidelines, as applicable.

· Must possess, at a minimum of a high school diploma or a GED or at least one (1) year of experience in the healthcare field and/or related industry.

· Reports at assigned time, in uniform, ready for duty;

· Must wear ID badge at all times;

· Handles food and equipment according to sanitation policies and procedures;

· Ability to follow diet lists, portion food as specified and serve food in an appetizing manner.

· Is aware of safety regulations and responsibilities in operating all equipment;

· Delivers food carts, trays, etc. to designated areas, including resident rooms and dining room, as instructed by supervisor;

· Serve – in dining rooms;

· Prepare and deliver snacks as directed;

· Assists in some aspects of food preparation;

· Assists in daily or scheduled cleaning duties, in accordance with established policies and procedures;

· Reports any discrepancies in his/her area to department supervisor;

· Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights;

· Accept assignments as staffing needs require and performs duties in accordance with well-established methods and techniques in conformance with recognized healthcare standards and practices;

· Report any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.

· Report work related injuries and illnesses immediately to your supervisor.

· As a condition of employment, complete all assigned training and skills competency.

· Participate in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings.

· Fulfill responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan.

· Report non-compliance with policies, procedures, regulations or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel.

· Protect residents from abuse, and cooperate with all investigations.

· Report any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator.

· Report any retaliation or discrimination to the Human Resource Director and the Compliance Officer.

· Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes and promotes the individuals’ needs and rights; treating all residents with dignity and respect.

· Adhere to all facility policies and procedures;

· Comply with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines;

· Follow appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and yourself;

· Attend care plan meetings of assigned residents;

· Participate QAPI or facility assessment activities as needed, such as carrying out duties assigned as part of a performance committee;

· As a condition of employment, complete all assigned training and skills competency;

· Participate in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings;

· Fulfill responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan;

· User proper lifting and body mechanics while delivering care to residents;

· Maintain confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications;

· Report non-compliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel;

· Report any retaliation to the Human Resource Director and to the Compliance Officer;

· Report any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to the supervisor;

· Fulfill individual responsibility to report any suspicion of a crime to law enforcement and state agency;

· Protect residents from abuse, and cooperate with all investigations;

· Report any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy;

· Report any workplace injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor;

· Performs related work as assigned.

· Must provide annual verification of a negative TB skin test.

· Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination required with exceptions for medical and religious accommodations.

· Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.

· Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.

· Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.

· Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a medical and physical examination.

· Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, agitated residents

· Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.

· May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

  • Geriatrics

Shift:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift

Work setting:

  • Long term care
  • Nursing home
  • Rehabilitation center

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Green Brook Township, NJ 08812: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

  • Restaurant experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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