Wellness Site Coordinator-Windsor at Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia

Franklin, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Meal Service, Nutrition Education, Physical Activity, Exercise Coordination, Volunteer Training, Community Resource Connection, Food Safety Regulations, Technology Proficiency, Data Entry, Communication Skills, Independence, Planning, Organization, Confidentiality, Inventory Management, Safety Procedures

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Description Performs responsible support work managing the serving of meals and the coordination and implementation of various wellness activities at congregate meal Wellness sites to eligible customers 60 years of age and older. Work is performed under regular supervision, reporting to the Nutrition Program Supervisor. Requirements Demonstrate ability to work independently with minimal supervision, consistently completing tasks efficiently and on time without the need for close oversight or guidance. Plans and coordinates required programming such as nutrition education, physical activity, and exercise according to the Virginia Department for the Aging Program Standards. Prepares and submits an activity calendar for each three-monthly cycle coordinating speakers, presentations, and special programming with outside community partners. Provides congregate meal service to nutrition participants by coordinating the daily meal service tasks and maintains confidentiality of participants. Utilizes reservation system when ordering meals. Completes required paperwork on an annual basis or as needed to maintain participant’s eligibility. Prepares, maintains and/or submits congregate meal program reports as required, by the 5th of the month. Supports the efforts of recruitment, training, orientating, and instructing volunteer workers at the site as warranted Maintains a safe and secure environment for participants to include fire drill training, evacuation procedures, etc. Provides information to Transit for services and transportation, in a timely manner. Liaison for congregate meal recipients to include connecting them to needed community resource links. Registers participants for special programs (ie: Senior Farmers Market, etc) Receives and completes transportation requests. Enforces health, sanitary and safety regulations in the nutrition site, to include wiping down tables, chairs, and high touch surfaces daily. Assist as required with shelf stable, frozen, emergency, and breakfast meals inventory, loading and unloading, record keeping and explanation of meals to seniors. Responsible for room set-up (to include tables and chairs), teardown and service operations for all center activities. Primary contact for community partner for reporting safety or maintenance concerns. Performs additional tasks as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Ability to effectively interact with public, especially older adult population. Knowledge of nutritional needs of older adults, meal service and ability to follow menu instructions. Plans and coordinates required programming such as nutrition education, physical activity, and exercise according to the Virginia Department for the Aging Program Standards. Maintain and clean food service areas, equipment, and common areas to assure that the clients are in a clean and safe environment. Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing and follow oral and written instructions. Candidate must be proficient in the use of technology. Must be comfortable with using Microsoft Office to include Excel. Must have data entry skills as well as an aptitude for learning industry specific software. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE A High School Diploma or equivalent. One (1) year experience in planning, conducting, and instructing activities suitable for older adults and food handling/serving experience - preferred. Must have, or be able to obtain, Food Handlers Card Certification. Must possess a valid and current driver's license and record must meet agency requirements. CPR Certification preferred Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. From time to time, the supervisor will ask the job holder to perform additional duties related to the completion of the work.

Responsibilities

The Wellness Site Coordinator manages meal services and coordinates wellness activities for seniors. They also maintain participant confidentiality and ensure a safe environment.