Nutrition Program Assistant
Not Disclosed•Part-TimeOn-site
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About the Role
The Nutrition Program Assistant is a vital part of our team, ensuring the smooth operation of our senior dining sites and serving as a flexible substitute for key roles such as the Dining Coordinator, Route Coordinator, and Meals on Wheels Driver. Based in our Bedford office, you may support any of our twelve Dining and Home Delivered Meal sites or our Burlington, MA location on any given day.
This role is dedicated to creating a warm and welcoming dining experience for seniors and disabled adults in community settings. You will oversee daily operations, manage volunteer schedules, and step in to deliver meals when drivers are unavailable. Your work ensures that our community members receive consistent, high-quality support while adhering to strict food handling, health, and safety standards.
Work Environment
This position offers variety, as you may work at a dining site, drive for Meals on Wheels, or assist in our office. The role involves exposure to changing weather and seasonal conditions. You will regularly use standard office equipment and must be able to walk up and down stairs. The physical demands include lifting and carrying items weighing up to 25 lbs in general operations, with specific meal delivery tasks requiring the ability to lift bags or coolers up to 35 lbs.
Confidentiality and Compliance
As a Nutrition Program Assistant, you will have access to Protected Health Information (PHI) and Personal Identifiable Information (PII). You are required to strictly adhere to Minuteman's confidentiality policy, HIPAA regulations, and MA Executive Order 504 to protect the privacy and safety of our participants.
Compensation and Transparency
In accordance with the Massachusetts Wage Transparency Act, the pay range for this position is $19 - $20 per hour. Final compensation is determined by the candidate's experience, skills, and alignment with the role's responsibilities. This is a part-time position with 17.5 hours per week.
Equal Opportunity
Minuteman Senior Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We value sensitivity to the needs of seniors and disabled adults and seek team members who demonstrate cooperation, flexibility, and a positive, professional attitude.
Work location
Work model: On-site
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Key Responsibilities
- check_circleCreate a warm and welcoming dining experience for seniors and disabled adults
- check_circleOversee daily operations at assigned senior dining sites
- check_circleMaintain volunteer schedules established by the Dining Coordinator
- check_circleAdhere to food handling practices and safety codes for dining and Meals on Wheels
- check_circleAttend staff meetings and training sessions
- check_circleProtect Protected Health Information and Personal Identifiable Information per HIPAA regulations
- check_circleDeliver meals to homebound individuals when drivers are unavailable
- check_circleMaintain records, count donations, and submit required reports
Requirements
- verifiedHigh school graduate, GED, or equivalent experience
- verifiedValid driver's license and working car
- verifiedAbility to lift up to 35 lbs
- verifiedComputer literacy preferred
- verifiedFamiliarity with Minuteman Senior Services' service area preferred
Nice to Have
Familiarity with Minuteman Senior Services' service area. Computer literacy to occasionally assist with office work.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Computer Literacy, GPS, Hipaa, Ma Executive Order 504.
Education: High school graduate, GED, or equivalent experience.
Frequently asked questions about Nutrition Program Assistant at Minuteman Senior Services
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A Nutrition Program Assistant at Minuteman Senior Services is responsible for the following: Create a warm and welcoming dining experience for seniors and disabled adults; Oversee daily operations at assigned senior dining sites; Maintain volunteer schedules established by the Dining Coordinator; and Adhere to food handling practices and safety codes for dining and Meals on Wheels.
What are the requirements for this Nutrition Program Assistant role?expand_more
To qualify for the Nutrition Program Assistant at Minuteman Senior Services position, applicants should have: High school graduate, GED, or equivalent experience; Valid driver's license and working car; Ability to lift up to 35 lbs; Computer literacy preferred; and Familiarity with Minuteman Senior Services' service area preferred.
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Nutrition Program Assistant at Minuteman Senior Services is based in Planifyr. This is a on-site role.
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Minuteman Senior Services has listed this Nutrition Program Assistant role as on-site.
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Candidates for Nutrition Program Assistant at Minuteman Senior Services should have mid level.
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Key skills for Nutrition Program Assistant at Minuteman Senior Services include Computer Literacy; GPS; Hipaa; and Ma Executive Order 504.
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Educational requirements for this role: High school graduate, GED, or equivalent experience.
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Nutrition Program Assistant at Minuteman Senior Services is part of the hospitality & catering job category on Recrutus.