Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.00 - $22.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
Life insurance
Paid Time Off
Holiday pay
Retirement Plan
Employee Referral Bonuses
Tuition Reimbursement
employee appreciation events
Gift cards
Performance increases
Town hall meetings
Job Description
Piper Shores is Maine's premier nonprofit continuing care retirement community, dedicated to providing exceptional living and care options for seniors. The community offers a comprehensive range of services including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Skilled Nursing Care, tailored to meet the evolving needs of its residents. Known for its person-centered approach, Piper Shores fosters a supportive and compassionate environment that prioritizes the dignity, independence, and well-being of every resident. As a nonprofit establishment, Piper Shores reinvests its resources to continually enhance its services and facilities, ensuring a high quality of life for all who call it home.
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Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- training or ability to be trained in positive approach to care
- availability to work full-time hours
- ability to communicate effectively in English
- willingness to comply with health vaccinations and two-step TB test
- ability to work as part of a team
- compassionate and patient attitude
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- training or ability to be trained in a positive approach to care
- strong desire to work with a population living with dementia
- strong communication skills
- ability to work well with others in a team-oriented environment
- compassionate and friendly demeanor
- ability to demonstrate patience
- ability to understand and follow instructions in English
- ability to communicate effectively
- ability to interpret and explain menu
- ability to refer or answer questions
- ability to coordinate meal service process
- ability to understand requests
- ability to work in close cooperation with residents, guests, visitors, families, supervisor, and peers
Job Duties
- Greet residents with warmth and familiarity
- assist with seating, cues, and transitions to and from the dining space
- serve meals in a timely and respectful manner, following individual dining plans and preferences
- accommodate resident choices and ensure that meal change requests are fulfilled
- provide respectful and dignified responses to last-minute meal change requests
- observe and report changes in eating habits, food intake, or behaviors to care staff and supervisor
- ensure dining area is safe, clean, and inviting before, during, and after meals
- set tables and serve meals according to established menus and dietary guidelines
- build relationships with residents and contribute to a consistent, calm, and comforting mealtime experience
- collaborate with care and dietary teams to accommodate special dietary needs and requests
- promote resident independence, choice, and dignity in all aspects of service
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)