Ward 4- Nutrition Site Coordinator

Join Our Team at Iona Senior Services!

Are you passionate about creating a welcoming and vibrant community for older adults? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where you can make a meaningful impact every day? If so, we’d love for you to join Iona Senior Services as a Nutrition Site Coordinator!

About Iona Senior Services

For nearly 50 years, Iona Senior Services has been a leader in helping older adults and their families navigate the opportunities and challenges of aging in the greater Washington, D.C. area. As a nonprofit organization, we directly support over 4,700 individuals annually through innovative programs, including adult day health care, active wellness initiatives, support groups, and more. At Iona, we are committed to fostering a warm, inclusive, and collaborative workplace that promotes professional growth and excellence in service.

SUMMARY:

The Nutrition Site Coordinator operates Iona’s congregate dining site (typically open from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Monday through Friday). The Nutrition Site Coordinator functions as a site host who creates a vibrant and welcoming space for program participants: DC residents age 60 . The Nutrition Site Coordinator reports to the Nutritionist. The Nutrition Site Coordinator is responsible for assisting with the implementation of the wellness programs, ensuring the welcome/registration table has the necessary forms and fliers, and overseeing the daily lunch service. They are dedicated to excellence in food safety and food service.

Responsibilities:

Operational Oversight:

• Manage daily operations of Iona’s congregate dining site to ensure efficient and welcoming meal service.
• Oversee meal preparation logistics, including set-up, receiving food from vendor, serving, and clean-up on a daily basis
• Monitor daily attendance and assist participants in reserving meals for the upcoming week.
• Submit weekly reports to the Ward Nutritionist, including meal counts, attendance records, and supply requests.
• Complete intake forms for new participants and submit documentation to the Data Coordinator.
• Conduct initial and annual nutrition screenings and intakes for all eligible participants.

Program and Participant Engagement:

• Collaborate regularly with the Recreation Aide to exchange program ideas, address challenges, and support high-quality wellness programming.
• Lead group engagement, facilitate discussions, and deliver announcements in the absence of the Recreation Aide.
• Distribute menus, activity calendars, and informational handouts to participants as needed.
• Communicate participant feedback, concerns, or complaints regarding programs, services, or meals to the Nutritionist for follow-up.
• Complete reassurance calls to check in on seniors who have not recently attended the site, ensured their well-being and reported any identified needs or concerns to social services coordinator.

Health and Safety:

• Serve meals and ensure clients receive proper food based on their needs.
• Coordinate with Nutritionist to accommodate food allergies, dietary restrictions, and special nutrition requirements.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary environment by following Lead Agency procedures, including daily opening, closing, and hygiene protocols.
• Supervise and support the thorough clean-up of the dining area to ensure a safe and welcoming space.
• Compliance and Certification:
• Adhere to DACL Standards and Guidelines for Community Dining.
• Maintain ServSafe, CPR, and first aid certifications.
• Attend all staff meetings, various training, and certification sessions as required.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 1 years of related work experience
• Strong relationship building and collaboration skills.
• Bilingual (Spanish) is an asset.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to complete or renew annual CPR, first aid and ServSafe certificates.
• Able to regularly lift, carry and maneuver 25 lbs.

Compensation & Benefits:

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance