Description

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The primary purpose of your job position is to provide assistance in all dietary functions in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, and as may be directed by the administrator, to assure that the highest degree of care and/or services can be maintained at all times.

DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY

As a Dietary Aide, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.

JOB FUNCTIONS

The Facility has reviewed this job description to ensure that the essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employees ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Facility reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Facility may deem appropriate.

SUPPORT OF MISSION AND PHILOSOPHY

By accepting employment with Garvey Manor and Our Lady of the Alleghenies Residence, each employee must agree to foster an atmosphere which reflects the Mission and Philosophy of the Carmelite Sisters for the Aged and Infirm, incorporating the Philosophy Values into daily care and/or services as well as into interactions and associations with residents, co-workers, volunteers and guests.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

I have read this job description and fully understand the requirements set forth therein. I hereby accept the position of Dietary Aide and agree to perform the identified essential functions in a safe manner and in accordance with the facilitys established procedures. I understand that as a result of my employment, I may be exposed to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, air contaminants, and hazardous chemicals and that the facility will provide me instructions on how to prevent and control such exposures. I further understand that I may be exposed to the Hepatitis B Virus and that the facility will make available to me, free of charge, the Hepatitis B Vaccination.

I further understand that my employment is at-will, and thereby understand that my employment may be terminated at-will either by the facility or myself, and that such termination can be made without notice.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION

• Serve meals that are appetizing in appearance and on a timely basis.
• Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.
• Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties.
• Clean dining room tables, work tables and refrigerators/freezers.
• Sweep and mop floors as directed.
• Wash, clean and return dishes and utensils to proper storage area.
• Set up dining room tables as according to policy.
• Set up meal trays.
• Serve meals in dining room according to tray cards and spread sheets.
• Prep any special items for next meal (pour juices, milk, etc)
• Restock dining room pantries for next meal.
• Change menus daily and weekly as required.
• Treat all residents fairly and with kindness. Provide care and services in a manner which is respectful of residents rights and dignity and which allows residents the right to choose, including the right to refuse care/treatment.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all resident and facility information and comply with applicable laws related to confidentiality (HIPAA).
• Provide a safe, secure, and home-like environment. Exercise care and concern for the property of the facility and residents belongings.

Communication

• Report all accidents, incidents, complaints/concerns and grievances made by the residents to the Food Service Director or Designee.
• Report all allegations of resident abuse, neglect and/or misappropriation of property.
• Attend all staff meetings and/or read minutes from staff meetings.

Documentation

• Record food temperatures.
• Record daily meal count.
• Record dish machine temperatures. Check sinks for proper sanitizing agents.
• Record all documentation timely and accurately as assigned, legibly and accurately.

Safety/Procedures

• Serve food in accordance with sanitary regulations as well with established policies and procedures.
• Ensure that stored food is properly labeled and dated. Ensure that outdated food is properly disposed.
• Perform dishwashing under sanitary conditions and according to established procedures.
• Dining room tables and work areas are cleaned according to established procedures.
• Follow established policies concerning exposure to blood/body fluids.
• Follow established infection control measures in the performance of duties, including, but not limited to, hand hygiene, exposure to blood and body fluids, and standard precautions.
• Follow transmission-based precautions as instructed and required.
• Follow established procedures in the use and disposal of personal protective equipment.
• Keep floors dry. Report spills immediately.
• Keep excess supplies and equipment off the floor. Store in designated areas.
• Follow established smoking regulations. Report all violations.
• Maintain compliance with facility policies and procedures and applicable regulations.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance by consistently complying with the facilitys code of conduct and appearance and hygiene policy.
• Cultivate an atmosphere of mutual trust, respect, kindness and consideration. Promote collaborative relationships and teamwork, committed to the Carmelite Sisters and the facilitys Mission. Show respect and consideration toward each other, regardless of position.
• Train or direct other employees and volunteers as requested.
• Attend and participate in in-service education and on-the-job training as directed, especially mandatory in-services and department meetings. Be responsible to attain training hours required for position/discipline, especially required inservice training re: resident rights/abuse.
• Respond to fire alarms as required (refer to Fire Safety Manual for employees responsibilities and those that are specific to your position.
• Follow all safety procedures and precautions in the performance of your duties and when operating equipment. Report all problems with equipment to supervisor and maintenance as soon as possible. Report all safety violations.
• Use only the equipment you have been trained to use that is necessary to do your job. Inform direct supervisor of any special needs.
• Follow established regulations governing the use of labels and MSDSs for hazardous chemicals within the department.
• Use personal protective equipment as required by facility policy or by product instructions.
• Follow established ergonomics policies and procedures governing lifting techniques, repetitive tasks, and the use of safety equipment and supplies to prevent work-related injuries and illnesses.
• Report all unsafe/hazardous conditions to your supervisor immediately.
• Use supplies in an efficient manner to avoid waste.
• Participate in Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement (QAPI) studies, support and implement QAPI initiatives, and offer suggestions to improve resident care, services and the workplace.
• Review Corporate Compliance educational materials, comply with Corporate Compliance directives, and report any Corporate Compliance issues according to established procedures.

Qualifications

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Accountability: Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her own actions.

Assertiveness/ Initiative/Judgment: Able to act in a self-confident manner to complete an assignment or to defend a position or idea. Able to make independent decisions to solve a problem or meet a goal while following facility procedures.

Constructive Communication: Able to speak, write, listen and understand effectively with others.

Education and Learning: Able to participate in learning activities to obtain required skills.

Mission-Oriented: Able to provide care/services in a manner supportive of the Mission and Philosophy of the Carmelite Sisters for the Aged and Infirm.

Organized and Resourceful: Adaptable to change, creative/innovative, detail-oriented, conscientious of resident/facility property, self-directed, efficient, able to work under pressure.

Team Player: Considerate, empathetic, hospitable, able to work with and collaborate with others, patient, respectful of individual rights and diversity, service-oriented while following facility procedures.

Work Ethic: Able to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards. Honest, loyal, mission-oriented, reliable, responsible, and aware of safety requirements.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience: On the job training is provided.

Certificates & Licenses: None required.

Other Physical/Sensory Requirements (with or without the aid of mechanical devices)

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by policies of this facility which include a medical and physical examination.
• Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the facility.
• Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Works in dietary services area and other areas as required, as well as throughout the facility.
• Moves frequently during work hours.
• Is subject to frequent interruptions.
• Is involved with residents, family members, personnel, visitors, volunteers, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all circumstances.
• Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, visitors, etc.
• Is subject to call-back during emergency conditions (severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.).
• Attends and participates in continuing education programs.
• Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the work day, as well as reactions from dust, disinfectants, and other air contaminants.
• Communicates with departmental personnel and other personnel as required.
• Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays, and in other positions temporarily when necessary.
• Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.
• May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals.