Dietary Aide- Brookline SNF

Juniper Communities; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Juniper Communities is seeking a Full Time Dining Services Associate to work in the Community Life Team. Weekends required, with duties in dining rooms and neighborhood settings to support residents’ nutrition and wellbeing.

Starting pay is $17.00 per hour. The role emphasizes resident-centered care, safety, and timely meal service. Join a team that values diversity, mentorship, and growth opportunities in senior living.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of dining services and food service operations.
• Understanding of physiology and psychology of the older adult.
• CPR and First Aid certification completed.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents in dining areas and ensure a positive dining experience.
• Deliver meals and sanitation duties as required by the kitchen and care teams.
• Support resident independence and psychosocial wellness during meals.

Skills

Dining services

Older adult care

CPR/First Aid

Job description

Juniper Communities is an EEO Employer - M/F/Protected Veteran Status

Now Offering Daily Pay!

Full Time Position Available, Weekend Availability Required

Pay: Starting at $17.00 per hour

Know you belong.

Being diverse and inclusive isn't new to us. These values have been at the heart of our culture for 35 years. We are better because our Associates have unique backgrounds and experiences. We hire the best, empower them to grow, and celebrate all.

Why Juniper?

Whether you're a seasoned leader who is excited to share your expertise or are looking to grow into your first leadership position, Juniper is a wonderful place to connect your passion with purpose.

If you're excited about challenging the status quo of the senior living industry and contributing to an organization that is built on a culture of innovation, Juniper offers rich opportunity for a fulfilling career.

Our team approach, mentorships, and hands-on support from home office leadership provide a foundation for you to succeed and grow in meaningful ways.

Role

Works within the Community Life Team. Works in main dining room or within the assigned neighborhood to provide assistance with dining services. To provide assistance to the resident in maintaining their highest level of functional independence and psychosocial wellness. To provide assistance to the resident to ensure a positive, quality dining experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Juniper Village’ philosophy and hallmarks as well as all written policies and procedures that govern the operation of the Community Life Departments.
• Ensures resident safety at all times.
• Embraces Culture Change and resident-centered philosophies
• Perform all assigned tasks in accordance with policies and procedures and as instructed by the Dining Services Director and/or the Director of Wellness, as well as other members of the Leadership Team.
• Follow work assignments and/or work schedules in completing and performing assigned tasks.
• Prepares all bakery, dessert, dessert carts and salad items according to the menu.
• Prepares healthy snacks, hydration carts and special meals.
• Tracks resident attendance and intake.
• Delivers meals, food carts and trays.
• Sanitizes and set the tables.
• Set up meals quickly, accurately and in a neat and attractive manner.
• Places food on plates in accordance with menu and diet.

Requirements

• Knowledge of dining services.
• Knowledge of the physiology and psychology of the older adult.
• Successful completion of a CPR and First Aid course.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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