Site Attendant

GRADE: 5 REPORTS TO: Director of Nutrition Services

POSITION REQUIREMENTS : Graduation from high school or equivalent is preferred. Training or experience in program management, and food service, and sanitation measures and basic knowledge or the equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience. Prefer training in vocational or business education while in high school. Must provide good references from previous employment.

SUMMARY: Oversees the operation of the senior center. Coordinates the meal programs, the van drivers, and center special activities . Prepares reports and other materials as required. Problems encountered range from routine to complex in nature; significant public contact is required and position requires some independent decision-making and action.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. 1. Prepare daily and monthly reports of site participants and programs
2. 2. Monitor and record daily meal temperatures in accordance with Virginia Department of Health regulations
3. 3. Portion and serve meals directly to participants
4. 4. Maintains the center in good, clean condition
5. 5. Coordinate activities for on-site such as exercise programs, blood pressure checks, etc.; and coordinate programs for off-site such as shopping trips, picnics, etc.
6. 6. Provides supervised leisure time activities, including but not limited to: sports, performing arts, games, arts and crafts, and fine arts.
7. 7. Attend all training as required.
8. 8. Must maintain strict confidentiality in all matters pertaining to the participants and agency.
9. 9. Must obey all rules and regulations of the AASC Personnel policy.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

1. 1. Knowledge in biological, psychological, and social aspects of aging: impacts of disabilities and illness on aging: community resources; public benefits eligibility requirements; medical conditions; activity programming.
2. 2. Must be physically able to perform duties, such as twisting, bending, and lifting at minimum 30 pounds.
3. 3. Obtain Servsafe certification for knowledge of fundamental principles of food service and handling.
4. 4. Ability to follow exactly oral or written instructions.
5. 5. Knowledge of fundamental principles of program management with specialized trade experience.
6. 6. Knowledge of sanitation principles is important.
7. 7. Ability to understand and carry out oral instructions without close or constant supervision.
8. 8. Establishing and sustaining interpersonal relationships; problem solving; activity planning.
9. 9. Communicate with persons with varying socioeconomic backgrounds; work independently.
10. 10. No gossip or profanity will be tolerated.
11. 11. Computer skills including WERA software and Microsoft office