Position: Dietary Aide – Temporary Full-Time Position
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Responsible To: Dietary Manager
Position Summary: Reporting to the Dietary Manager, Dietary Aide participates in the provision of Dietary services.
Overview of Duties:
- Basic understanding of Therapeutic Diets
- Solid understanding of portion control
- Knowledge of H.A.C.C.P.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 20lbs.
- Follows the nutritional guidelines as prescribed for the resident
- Supports the unique needs of residents, e.g.: adaptive aides, opening containers etc.
- Monitoring inventory of supplies
- Demonstrated commitment to work with seniors
- Responds to resident or family member concerns and ensures appropriate action is taken within decision-making authority and/or brings to the attention of the Support Services Manager
- Effectively communicates and interacts with residents, family members, visitors, and volunteers in a courteous and professional manner
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively is essential
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Successful completion and/or enrollment in a Food Service Worker Program meeting the requirements of the OLTCH Act is required. If enrolled, candidate must complete program within 3 years of hire date.
- Successful completion of a Food Handler Training Program and maintenance of this qualifications required
- First Aid & CPR Certificate preferred
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- High standard of personal conduct and self-discipline, both personally and professionally
- Police Vulnerable Sector Check dated no later than 6 months from date of hire
- Excellent organization, critical-thinking, problem-solving, and computer skills
- Ability to work independently and as a Wiigwas Elder and Senior Care team member
Wages: $22.60 – $24.52 per existing Collective Agreement
Shift rotation below:
Sat | Sun | Mon | Tues | Wed | Thurs | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tues | Wed | Thurs | Fri | |
A3 | A3 | A3 | A3 | A3 | A3 | A3 | ||||||||
PT03 | 11:30 A.M – 7:30 P.M | 11:30 A.M – 7:30 P.M | 11:30 A.M – 7:30 P.M | 11:30 A.M – 7:30 P.M | 11:30 A.M – 7:30 P.M | 11:30 A.M – 7:30 P.M | 11:30 A.M – 7:30 P.M |
To Apply:
Interested candidates should forward their resume, cover letter and 3 references in confidence to careers@wiigwas.org
Wiigwas Elder and Senior Care
Human Resource Department
237 Lakeview Drive
Kenora, ON P9N 4J7
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.