Under the supervision of the Director of Senior Services, the employee manages nutrition center activities and meal preparation. The employee ensures that meals are prepared in accordance with safety and program standards. The employee conducts programs to keep senior citizens informed and active. The employee evaluates participants and potential participant to determine eligibility. The employee also prepares reports and completes forms as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following list was developed through a job analysis; however, it is not exhaustive and other duties may be required and assigned. A person with a disability which is covered by the ADA must be able to perform the essential functions of the job unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION

Meal Preparation. The employee prepares meals in accordance with safety and program standards. Checks meal tickets for accuracy. Counts and dates containers of delivery items. Sterilizes utensils. Sterilizes homebound food carriage. Checks temperatures of refrigerated items and packs into containers. Checks temperatures of hot food items and packs into containers. Prepares coffee and tea. Cuts dessert servings. Reads the daily menu to program participants. Serves meals to program participants.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION

Center Maintenance and Cleaning. The employee maintains a clean and sanitized facility. Inspects refrigerator for cleanliness and proper operation. Checks thermometers. Cleans the kitchen and rest rooms. Sprays and wipes tables with a sterilizing solution. Cleans coffee and tea makers and utensils.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION

Center Activities. The employee initiates activities to keep seniors active to ensure their welfare. Greets senior citizens at the Senior Center. Assists in planning special events. Oversees arts, crafts, games and other activities at the center. Conducts exercise classes. Conducts fire, disaster and emergency drills. Introduces speakers. Assists participants in completing forms, writing checks, paying bills and with other daily errands. Calls various agencies to obtain assistance for participants. Calls and visits sick or hospitalized participants. Sends cards to sick participants and send sympathy cards. Calls and visits homebound participants.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION

Administration. The employee performs administrative tasks that aid in the efficient operation of the nutrition program. Obtains information and completes intake forms for each new program participant. Evaluates participants' circumstances and determines if meals need to be sent to their home. Periodically evaluates the condition of program participants. Maintains mileage records. Oversees and coordinates volunteers and paid aids. Checks and keeps accurate records of the daily attendance of program participants. Completes and mails meal reports. Attends meetings. Collects and records donations from program participants. Performs other duties as assigned. Make Deposits Minimum Qualifications Possession of a high school diploma or GED. Ability to gain and maintain CPR certification. Possession of a current and valid driver's license. Ability to work non-standard hours as needed.