Dietary Aide (Long Term Care)

Caressant Care Nursing and Retirement Homes Ltd.; Tavistock; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A care provider organization in Tavistock, Ontario is looking for a passionate Dietary Aide. This part-time role involves assisting in food service operations and providing compassionate care to residents. The ideal candidate will have a Food Service Worker Certificate and effective communication skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to creating a caring environment for residents and employees alike.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Learning and growth opportunities

Caring work environment

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Food Service Worker Certificate and Food Handler Training Program.
• Ability to cope with physical and emotional demands of the position.
• Geriatric, long-term care experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the food service operations in long-term care.
• Follow verbal and written directions from supervisors.

Skills

Food Service Worker Certificate

Communication skills

Ability to follow directions

Punctual and reliable

Experience with texture-modified diets

Education

Food Handler Training Program

Job description

Caressant Care is looking for a passionate Dietary Aide to join our team of care providers.

Location

Tavistock, Ontario

Time Type

Part-Time

About Caressant Care

For nearly 50 years, Caressant Care has created a comfortable and caring home environment for our residents across Ontario to receive high-quality care. We proudly serve over 1,500 residents across our 15 long-term care homes and 10 retirement homes. Operating primarily in small towns, Caressant Care creates tight-knit communities where everyone knows and looks out for one another.

At Caressant Care, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and provide them with opportunities to learn and grow, whether they are experienced professionals or just starting. Become a part of our team and experience fulfilling and impactful work that brings joy to your life and the lives of others.

What We Offer…

• At the core of our workforce is a passion for people, fostering a culture that embraces diverse perspectives, experiences, and beliefs.
• A caring and comfortable space for our residents, their families and our employees.
• Learning and growth opportunities for professionals at all stages of their careers.
• Competitive wages and benefits.
  
  

What You Bring…

• Successful completion of Food Service Worker Certificate and Food Handler Training Program (or commitment to obtain within a specified period, as required under the Fixing Long Term Care Homes Act and its Regulations)
• Must be willing to accept verbal and/or written direction
• Able to cope with the physical and emotional demands of the position
• Geriatric, long-term care experience is beneficial
• Experience in long-term care food service is an asset, including texture-modified diets, therapeutic and production spreadsheets
• Good communication skills, able to read and write in the English language
• Punctual and reliable
  
  

The starting rate of pay is $20.00 per hour, and the terms and conditions of employment are as per the Collective Agreement.

If this resonates with you, we would love to have a conversation about you joining our team! Please apply using the form below.

Our focus at Caressant Care is on hiring individuals whose skills and abilities will contribute most to our organization’s success and who also mirror the communities in which we operate. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, regardless of their ethnic and cultural backgrounds, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.

If you have questions or require accommodations during the application process, please email [e-mail] or call 519-539-0408.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Criminal Reference Check with a Vulnerable Sector Screening.

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