DSP/Cook/HouseKeeper (40 HRS 9am-5pm) (Topping House)

About the role

Services related to DSPs (such as maintaining and submitting accurate nutritional records and reports, assisting residents with skill development, transporting individuals, ensuring a safe environment, and planning and preparing meals) will be provided on a temporary basis when DSPs are absent.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and submits timely and accurate nutritional records and reports.
• Affords assistance to residents in areas such as domestic living, medical appointments, and recreation/socialization.
• Ensures a safe, clean, and normalized home-like environment at all times.
• Informs Program Manager of physical plant needs and promptly reports serious incidents or violations of residents' and staff's rights.
• Maintains a clean environment internally and around the facility, including cleaning rooms, bathrooms, kitchens, and appliances.
• Maintains inventory and cleanliness of supplies and rooms; submits orders as needed.
• Ensures assigned clients' nutritional needs are met according to prescribed diets and assists with feeding as necessary.
• Cleans dryers weekly and keeps the area behind washers lint and debris free.
• Removes garbage daily and collects recyclables at designated times and places.
• Prepares and organizes meals in accordance with individual dietary orders and menus, including cooking and storing food items.
• Confers with Program Manager when menu changes are necessary.
• Apportions food for individuals according to their needs.
• Maintains compliance with funding source standards and Agency policies, seeking guidance when needed.
• Communicates pertinent residents and/or program issues to staff and supervisors, ensuring continuity of care and efficient operations.
• Attends ongoing trainings to maintain knowledge of job responsibilities.
• Reports any observed/known physical plant/safety issues, abuse, neglect, or deficiencies.
• Assists in transporting individuals to and from programs, community inclusion activities, medical appointments, home visits, and other activities as needed.
• Completes Staff Information Entry Form when escorting individuals on medical appointments (as needed).
• Strictly adheres to and enforces all Agency policies regarding confidentiality, HIPAA requirements, and corporate compliance.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Food Handlers Certificate preferred.
• Two years of experience in food preparation preferred.
• Basic computer skills for menu planning and food ordering.
• Ability to read, write, and use a telephone, fax machine, and copier.
• AMAP Certification, SCIP R, and CPR & First Aid preferred.
• A valid driver's license is required (must be able to drive large vehicles).
• Respect and consideration for the residents being served.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Food Handlers Certificate preferred.
• Two years of experience in food preparation preferred.
• Basic computer skills for menu planning and food ordering.
• Ability to read, write, and use a telephone, fax machine, and copier.
• AMAP Certification, SCIP R, and CPR & First Aid preferred.
• A valid driver's license is required (must be able to drive large vehicles).
• Respect and consideration for the residents being served.

Skills

• Confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Interpersonal communication and supervision.
• Meal planning and preparation.
• Physical plant maintenance.
• Transportation and logistics.
• Emergency response and reporting.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

N/A

Schedule

Monday - Friday: 6:00am - 8:00am, 12:00noon - 6:00pm, and at the discretion of the Program Manager.

Additional Information

The essential functions for the job include, but are not limited to, the duties in the job description.