Dietary Aide
The Pride Group-
JOB FUNCTION:
Under the general direction of the Food Supervisor, the dietary aide provides for the nutritional well being for all residents at The Pride Group facility. The dietary aide is responsible for the delivery of high quality services as determined by the residents and under the direction of the Dietician hired by The Pride Group and is consistent with the philosophy of The Pride Group and complying with applicable state laws and regulations. The dietary staff conducts all responsibilities within the Scope of Practice dictated by the
State of Iowa.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Assure the provision of high quality dietary services for each resident.
2. Ensure ongoing compliance with appropriate local, state, and federal regulatory and /or accrediting body standards.
3. Assume accountability for the implementation of approved policies and procedures.
4. Utilize professional communication skills in dealing with staff, public, and residents.
5. Ensure a safe and sanitary environment is provided for staff and residents; makes efforts to reduce safety hazards, accidents, and injuries.
6. Follow the policies and procedures of the facility and communicate the program philosophy and goals.
7. Maintain appropriate levels of confidentiality regarding residents, staff, and employer facility operations and ensure that resident’s rights are maintained.
8. Ensure that the OAP plans are followed according to policies and procedures.
9. Inform the Food Supervisor and document any problems or circumstances, which may compromise the integrity of the facility.
10. Able to work beyond normal working hours and in other positions temporarily.
11. Attend monthly in-services and any other scheduled meetings as scheduled.
12. Follow the menus and diets of the residents under the direct instruction of the Dietician and check food temperatures before serving.
13. Help with the unloading of products delivered, also checking for damaged product and correct dates.
PERFORMS OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS ASSIGNED:

1. Perform other duties as assigned by the Food Supervisor.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:
This position functions under the direct supervision of the Food Supervisor.
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification/License
Current CPR- within 60 days of hire
Valid Iowa Chauffer Driver’s License
Must be at least 18 years old
High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred
Current Physical and TB test
Current Mandatory Adult Abuse Reporter Certificate- within 60 days of hire
Sanitation and Food Prep Course
Knowledge
Demonstrated understanding of how The Pride Group operates.
Must have a desire to work with the Mentally Ill or Handicapped
Experience
Demonstrated effective communication, and interpersonal skills
Skills/Abilities
High level of literacy in written and spoken English
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Excellent interpersonal relationships and communication skills with all levels of employees, residents, the public, and Pride Group management
Conceptualize, organize, and implement a plan for the Pride Group programs, predict outcomes, and plan for the future
Good initiative, judgment, leadership and problem solving skills
Ability to follow written and oral instructions
Complete assignments timely, completely and accurately
Exercise discretion and solid judgment while ensuring safety
Detail- oriented and able to plan and carryout projects independently
Must be able to demonstrate exemplary professional behavior in all aspects of the position
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS:
Typical Work Hours are (10 hr shifts). The Pride Group reserves the right to change shifts for any time or reason. Employees need to arrive on time and may not leave until their replacement has arrived. Morning and Afternoon breaks are 15 minutes. Noon meal is ½ hour. Break times are included in work time.

Note: All duties and requirements are essential job functions. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. It will be handled on a case-bycase basis. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, nor does it alter the employment at-will statute.
I have reviewed the contents of this job description:
_________________________________ ________ Years in this position: ________
Employee Date
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 Understands and adheres to The Pride Group’s compliance standards as they appear in the
Company’s Employment Handbook, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.
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Keeps abreast of pertinent professional certification standards and federal & state regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.
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Ensures that assigned staff are trained and evaluated on their knowledge of and adherence to compliance policies and procedures specific to their jobs and the jobs of direct reporting staff, without discrimination because of sex, marital status, race age, creed, sexual orientation, national origin or the presence of disabilities.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

ADA PHYSICAL DEMANDS DOCUMENTATION CHECK OFF LIST
Provide details for Physical Demands and Work Environment in the job requirement’s section that are job related and consistent with business necessity. Documenting Physical Demands and Work Environment
Conditions in a job description ensures ADA compliance.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Special Physical Demands should be included in the job requirements section of the job description. Be certain that lifting weights, physical activities and/or strength, mobility and agility required to perform the job effectively are included. Clarify how much on-the-job time is spent on the physical activities such as standing, walking, sitting, using hand to finger, handle, or feel; reaching with hands and arms; climbing or balancing; stooping, kneeling, couching or crawling; talking or hearing; and tasting or smelling. Use the chart below to develop your description of physical demands.
How much on-the-job time is spent on the following physical activities? Show the time by checking the appropriate boxes below:
Stand
Walk
Amount of time
Under To Over
None 1/3 2/3 2/3 x x
Sit
Use hands to finger, handle, or feel
Reach with hands and arms
Climb or balance x x x x
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Talk or hear
Taste or smell x x x i.e., Position requires standing 1/3 of the time.
Does this job require that weight be lifted or force be exerted? If so, how much and how often? Check the appropriate boxes below.
Amount of time
Under To Over
Up to 10 pounds
Up to 25 pounds
Up to 50 pounds
Up to 100 pounds
More than 100 pounds
None 1/3 2/3 2/3 x x x x x i.e., Position requires lifting 1/3 of the time up to 10 pounds
Does this job have any special vision requirements? Check all that apply.
_x__Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
_x__Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
_x_Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

_x__Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while
eyes are fixed on a given point)
_x__Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
_x__Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
___No special vision requirements
Document job responsibilities that require extreme physical demands (activity and repetition to 2/3 of the time, up to 50 lbs. to 2/3 of the time, etc.):
Putting canned goods away in several flats
Lifting 50-100 lb bags of flour/sugar
ADA WORK ENVIRONMENT DOCUMENTATION CHECK OFF LIST
WORK ENVIRONMENT: This is a check off list with a comments section for employer work environment documentation. Consider: How much exposure to environmental conditions does the job require? Use the chart below for your description of work environment. How much exposure to the following environmental conditions does this job require? Show the amount of time by checking the appropriate boxes below.
Amount of time
Under To Over
Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)
Work near moving mechanical parts
Exposure to bloodborne pathogens
None 1/3 x x x
2/3 2/3
Hazardous waste
Work in high, precarious places
Fumes or airborne particles
Toxic or caustic chemicals
Outdoor weather conditions
Extreme cold (non-weather) x x x x x x
Extreme heat (non-weather)
Risk of electrical shock x x
Risk of radiation
Vibration x x
How much noise is typical for the work environment of this job? Check the appropriate level below.
___Very quiet conditions (examples: forest trail, isolation booth for hearing test)
___Quiet conditions (examples: library, private office)
___Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic)
_x__Loud noise (examples: metal can manufacturing department, large earth-moving equipment)
___Very loud noise (examples: jack hammer work, front row at rock concert)

Document job responsibilities that require exposure to extreme environmental conditions (exposure to 2/3 of the time, loud noises to 2/3 of the time, etc.):
Exhaust fan-
Agreed upon:
________________________________ Years in this position: ______
Employee
________________________________ _____________
PGI Management Date