Dietary Aide

Harrison Senior Living; Parsons (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior care is seeking dedicated individuals to provide exceptional support to elderly residents. This role involves serving meals, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting in daily activities, all while ensuring a warm and compassionate environment. Join a team that values integrity and dedication, where your contributions will enhance the quality of life for residents. With a strong commitment to employee satisfaction, this organization offers a supportive workplace and numerous benefits, making it a great place to build your career with purpose.

Benefits

Health insurance with HSA and FSA options

Paid time off

Dental insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Referral program

AD&D insurance

Qualifications

• Ability to work with the elderly in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Serve meals that are appealing and assist in meal preparation.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas and assist in daily cleaning duties.
• Participate in training and assist in emergency evacuations.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership Skills

Motivational Skills

Patience

Compassion

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Looking for a career with a purpose? Join our family!”

Congratulations to John B Parsons of Harrison Senior Living whose employees have voted them a "GREAT PLACE TO WORK" for 2021! through the Activated Insights Survey Group.

At Harrison Senior Living we are dedicated to providing our residents with the very best in independent senior care and assisted living so their families can have peace of mind. Our home-like atmospheres offer a comfortable environment with the security of knowing that exceptional care is being given at all times.

Benefits Offered:

• Health insurance with HSA and FSA options
• Paid time off
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Referral program
• AD&D insurance

Responsibilities:

• Serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.
• Assist in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis.
• Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.
• Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties, in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Clean work tables, meat blocks, refrigerators/freezers etc.
• Sweep and mop floors as directed.
• Dishwashing.
• Return clean utensils to proper storage areas.
• Carry out garbage and keep work areas clean, dry and free of hazardous equipment, supplies, etc.
• Set up meal trays, food carts, dining room, etc., as instructed.
• Assist cook in preparing meals.
• Distribute and collect menus as necessary.
• Obtain food supplies for next meal.
• Assist in checking diet trays before distribution.
• Deliver food carts, trays, etc., to designated areas.
• Serve food in dining room as instructed.
• Prepare and deliver snacks, etc., as instructed.
• Attend and participate in workshops, seminars, in-service training programs, etc., as directed.
• Assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to work with the elderly in a courteous and friendly manner, demonstrating patience and compassion.
• Ability to perform duties with consideration for residents’ rights at all times and demonstrate integrity and discretion in the care of residents and in handling their health information.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and motivational skills.
• 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 push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time.

***All employees/contractors/interns/volunteers are required to provide our office with proof of COVID vaccination.

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace. We do not discriminate in services or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, past or present receipt of disability-related services or supports, marital status, veteran status, or any other class of persons protected by federal, state or local law.