Nutritional Services Technician

Senior LIFE; Delta Manor (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Company Matching 401k

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays Off

Paid Mileage

Paid Travel Time

Job summary

Senior LIFE is seeking a Nutritional Services Technician to support nutrition care for LIFE Center participants in Bethlehem, PA. The role assists the Registered Dietician, supports dietary planning, and ensures diets are served as ordered by physicians.

The position requires an associate degree in nutrition or related field, and at least one year of experience with the elderly. Valid driver's license is required. Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. No evenings, weekends, or holidays.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in food service, nutrition, or dietetics or related experience.
• One year of experience working with elderly or aging population.
• Knowledge of clinical dietetics is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Registered Dietician in providing nutrition care and education to LIFE Center participants.
• Follow RD guidance to plan regular and therapeutic diets as needed.
• Ensure therapeutic diets are prepared and served as ordered by the physician.

Skills

Driver's License

Elderly Care Experience

Healthcare Food Service

Education

Associate's degree in food service, nutrition, or dietetics

Job description

Overview

Full Time - Daylight - Bethlehem, PA

Associates Degree from an accredited institution with major studies in food service, nutrition, dietetics or related experience and valid Driver's License required

Senior LIFE is an innovative home and community based Medicare and Medicaid funded program which provides all-inclusive healthcare services and support to seniors living in the community. Senior LIFE makes it possible for seniors to remain at home, enjoying the comfort and reassurance of familiar surroundings while receiving the care they need. Senior LIFE staff live the mission of the program. Our team is committed to partnering with our seniors to remain at home through promoting open communication and shared decision making while providing excellent care and services.

To fulfill this mission, Senior LIFE is seeking hardworking, dedicating and compassionate professionals to join its team, with the Nutritional Services Technicianbeing one of the most important roles.

Schedule

• Monday - Friday, 8a - 430p
• No Evenings, No Weekends, No Holidays

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Company Matching 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays Off
• Paid Mileage
• Paid Travel Time

Requirements

• An Associate’s degree from an accredited institution with major studies in food service, nutrition, or dietetics or related experience.
• Must have a valid Driver's License
• Must have one year's experience working specifically with an elderly or aging population
• Previous food service experience in a health care facility preferred
• Knowledge of clinical dietetics is preferred.

Responsibilities

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• Responsible for assisting the Registered Dietician in providing nutrition care and education to LIFE Center participants.

• Responsible for carrying out the assigned duties and responsibilities in accordance with current existing federal and state regulations and established company policies and procedures.

• Under the direction of the RD, responsible to assist in planning regular and therapeutic diets based on the individual needs of the participants. Evaluate and assist in the operation of an effective food service.
• Under the direction of the RD, responsible to assist in ensuring that therapeutic diets are prepared and served as ordered by the physician, and that no participant receives a therapeutic diet except as ordered by the physician.
• Under the direction of the RD, responsible to follow up on participants upon enrollment and on a regular basis thereafter to determine food likes, dislikes, allergies, etc.
• Visit participants in the dining room during meal times to maintain an acceptable level of communication with participants
• Participate in the participant assessment process and the development of comprehensive care plans for assessing the nutritional needs of each participant. Counsel with participants regarding appetite, food habits, enjoyment of meals, menu patterns, and therapeutic diets, if prescribed physician, as well as likes and dislikes.
• Include participant/family/caregiver in development of care plan and educate same regarding any care plan changes or updates.Attend family council meeting as scheduled

The ideal candidate must have a Associates Degree from an accredited institution with major studies in food service, nutrition, dietetics or related experience, and must have one year's experience working specifically with an elderly or aging population.

EOE