Full-Time Dietary Aid

Dietary Aide Opportunity at Three Trails Behavioral HospitalThree Trails Behavioral Hospital in Independence, MO is seeking a compassionate and dependable Dietary Aide to support our Nutritional Services team. In this role, you will help provide nutritious meals and a positive dining experience for patients receiving behavioral health services. If you enjoy working in a healthcare setting and making a difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply.The Dietary Aide will:Prepare and serve meals according to established dietary guidelines and patient needs.Assist with meal tray assembly, food portioning, and meal delivery.Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, dining, and food preparation areas.Work collaboratively with dietary, nursing, and clinical teams to support patient care.Follow all food safety, infection control, and sanitation standards.Three Trails Behavioral Hospital will:Serve children and adolescents, adults, and seniors with innovative and evidence-based inpatient behavioral healthcare focused on individual needs and comfort.Create more than 200 new, full-time jobs including nurses, clinicians, therapists, technicians, and administrative staff, when the facility is fully operational.Be located at the intersection of I-70 and Little Blue Parkway, adjacent to the Children's Mercy Hospital Outpatient Clinics.Feature 120 licensed beds ready to meet the mental health needs of the surrounding community.Span more than 88,000 square feet, and will include an activity yard and gym.Full-time Benefits Include:Competitive compensation and generous paid time offExcellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug planEmployee assistance program available for employees and family401(K) with company match and discounted stock planBasic life insurance and optional supplemental life insuranceCareer development opportunities across UHS and out 300+ locations!Challenging and rewarding work environmentQualifications:High school diploma or GED preferred.Previous food service, dietary, healthcare, or hospitality experience preferred but not required.Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices is a plus.Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.Strong communication and teamwork skills.Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and carry items throughout the shift.EEO Statement: All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.