Overview

Woodcrest Commons , a DePaul Senior Living Community, is now hiring a part-time Dietary Assistant to work a varied schedule.

The pay range for this opportunity is $16.00 - $16.30 per hour.

Why work for DePaul?

• Make a positive difference in someone's life
• Supportive work environment
• We value diversity
• Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
• Excellent benefits and competitive wages

Responsibilities

• Respects and maintains resident confidentiality and demonstrates a positive, caring attitude toward all residents, staff and guests
• Assists residents with bathing, personal care and oral hygiene.
• Assists residents with choice of attire and care of clothing.
• Reminds residents of meal times and monitors meal attendance..
• Makes beds daily and changes bedding and linens weekly or as needed.
• Performs rounds on each resident at the beginning and end of each shift.
• Documents and reports all concerns to the supervisor; (. changes in behavior, evidence of illness
• Reminds residents of medication times.
• Attends staff meetings and in-services when requested.
• Keeps scheduled shifts and plans time off in advance with the supervisor.
• Performs housekeeping duties and laundry as scheduled needed or requested.
• Inspects building areas and furnishings for wear and defects, completes maintenance requests.
• Assists with activity programs as requested.
• Performs other duties as requested or assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• CNA, HHA or PCA certification preferred.
• One year work experience in a care-giving field desired.
• Must be dependable, hardworking and willing to work as part of a team.
• Must have the required references and criminal record check.
• Must have annual TB screening and Health Assessment completed.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Desired Qualities

• Warmth, understanding and responsiveness to residents and their demands and reactions.
• Positive feeling for families and visitors, exercising patience and tact.
• Ability to use initiative, judgment and resourcefulness and ability to make decisions.

Benefits

This full-time position is eligible for the following benefits : Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, 403B, Employee Discount Programs, and Employee Recognition Programs.

DePaul is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and program need.

Last updated : 2024-03-26