Dietary Aide/ Millcreek of Grenada Monday-Friday 7a-3p

PURPOSE STATEMENT: To provide one-on-one or group instruction/assistance to patients on a daily basis. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Provide assistance with program activities. * Complete routine daily check of van (including tires, gas gauge, etc.) and report deficiencies to supervisor if driving is required. * Accurately monitor and maintain data collection sheets and submit to supervisor in a timely manner. * Assist with assessment of clients' strengths and needs as necessary. * Assist with preparation of clients' meals and provide client training as needed. * Communicate with supervisor related needs to revise, delete, or add training objectives as deemed necessary. * Physically assist in maintaining facility in a neat and orderly manner. * Monitor and document individual behaviors using specific and descriptive terms accurately (i.e., behavior changes, accidents, seizures, etc.). * Encourage individuals to be independent and attend and participate in assigned activities. * Provide realistic, positive assurance to individuals regarding benefits of treatment and participation. * Assist in physical maintenance of a therapeutic environment by promoting an environment that encourages individuals to learn new skills and make choices through activity involvement, hands-on instruction/guidance, etc. * Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority. OTHER FUNCTIONS: * Perform other functions and tasks as assigned. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS: * High School Diploma or equivalent is required. * Must be at least 21 years of age. LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: * Must have a valid driver's license. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.