Nutrition Site Aide

Organization Seabury Resources for Aging is a private, not-for-profit corporation registered in the District of Columbia which provides various services to enhance the quality of life for older adults. Seabury's mission is to provide personalized, affordable services and housing options to help older adults in the greater Washington, DC, area live with independence and dignity. Seabury strives to continue to be the trusted community leader in aging services.

Overview of the Role The Nutrition Site Aide is responsible for the management of the meals for food safety and compliance. In addition, this position will provide client intakes and screenings and monitor reservations and contributions. This position is contingent upon continued grant funding.

Major Responsibilities/Activities

• Oversees food service to ensure proper portion control.
• Oversees the contribution collection process to ensure adherence to policies and procedures governing participant contributions.
• Provides oversight of the site when the Nutrition Recreation Manager is absent.
• Registers all nutrition site participants by completing the DC Office on Aging client intake form and nutrition screening and updates the forms annually.
• Ensures data is entered correctly into CSTARS.
• Keeps meal and activity attendance records, including meal quantity and quality. Prepares reports as required.
• Maintains adherence to the standard meal reservation process for ordering meals.
• Receives and inspects food delivered daily.
• Follows food handling intake and procedures.
• Makes sure all serving and food consumption areas are clean.
• Monitors sanitary practices of volunteer food.
• Must be a certified food handler.
• Clear communication skills, including writing, verbal communication, and customer.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines is required.
• Must be courteous and respectful to clients at all times.

Key Qualifications

• Possession of high school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
• Food Handler Certification required
• CPR Certification
• Proficient with Microsoft Suites Application
• Must be knowledgeable of issues and challenges that impact older adults.
• Must be sensitive, courteous, and respectful to the needs of older adult participants.

Work Environment: Standard office environment

Equipment Used: PC/laptop, computer printer, office copier, telephone, facsimile machine, shredder, and typical office equipment.