Job description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks, which may be found in positions of this class.)

• Read, setup and understand resident meal tray cards.
• Recognize basic signs of resident distress when eating, i.e., choking, loss of consciousness. Take initial emergency steps when such circumstances are present.
• Understand the process of changing a resident diet order and direct these requests to the Dining Room Supervisor.
• Operate dish machine and equipment safely.
• Assist in tray line assembly.
• Prepare food as assigned according to established procedures and systems.
• Assist in the serving of resident meals in all dining areas including the ability to receive preference change requests from residents and to direct these requests where needed for processing.
• Clean areas as assigned.
• Assist in maintaining preparation and service area in sanitary condition.
• Deliver and pick up food carts to/from resident areas. Push or pull food carts or dish racks as needed.
• Lift and remove garbage from containers to discard. Empty garbage to dumpster areas and sanitize garbage containers.
• Assist in dining room (clean up after each meal).
• Clean floors, sweep and mop.
• Clean equipment used.
• Stand for prolonged periods of time during meal services to residents and staff.
• Walk long distances to deliver food items or food carts to units as needed.
• Lift, carry and transfer heavy food containers using proper body mechanics.
• Utilize personal protective equipment (ex. pot holders, tongs, oven gloves, goggles, aprons, etc.) as instructed for safety.
• Reach above head to retrieve or stack needed equipment that must be stored on shelves.
• Perform tasks involving repetitive motion such as stacking, mopping or sweeping the floor.
• Perform manual electronic data entry.
• Assist in unloading of stock, labeling, dating and rotating of stock.
• Adhere to infection control procedures as trained.
• Arrive to work on time and when scheduled, minimize unscheduled absences and schedule sick and annual leave responsibly, as established by Commission policies.
• Work overtime as needed.
• Work weekends, holidays, evenings, and nights as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

STANDARD REQUIREMENTS:

· Demonstrate knowledge of and promote resident rights, including but not limited to the right to be free of restraints and free of abuse. Promptly report incidents or evidence of resident abuse or violations of residents’ rights.

· Follow dress code guidelines as per MVC policy and procedure.

· Approach duties with a positive attitude and constructively support open communication, dedication and compassion.

· Maintain effective communication with residents, families and facility staff.

· Adhere to all established facility and commission policies and procedures.

· Promote positive employee relations.

· Participate in individual training plan as required.

· Work wherever needed within the department and facility.

· Ensure privacy of all protected health information to which he/she may have access.

· Apply objectives from offered training

· Perform duties in a safe manner minimizing the risk of on the job injuries.

· Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedures and respond accordingly.

· Demonstrate understanding of the mission statement of the Missouri Veterans Commission Homes Program. Exhibit a willingness to work as a team member in carrying out the mission of the organization. Facilitate implementation of care systems, i.e., falls, infection control, quality management programs, etc.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Physical requirements include: Must be free of diseases that may be transmitted in the performance of job responsibilities per state and local requirements during the stage of communicability unless the incumbent can be given duties that minimize the likelihood of transmission. Physical activities include: balancing, finger dexterity, pulling, pushing, standing, climbing, grasping, stopping, crouching, crawling, kneeling, reaching, wiping, bending, lifting, repetitive motions and frequent washing of hands. Essential sensory and communicative activities include: feeling, seeing, speaking, hearing, smelling, and tasting.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.31 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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