Nutrition Program Associate Jobs (NOW HIRING)

This position provides onsite program support to the ADRC Nutrition Program. This position oversees the senior nutrition site services, which includes coordinating congregate and/or home delivered meals, managing volunteers, participant orientation, and collaborating with community partners for socialization opportunities. This is an on-call/part-time position with work typically scheduled during daytime hours. The position can support all of St. Croix County's Nutrition Site locations. Hours are based off operational needs and are not guaranteed.

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Oversees the Nutrition Program at the local senior center by providing service to congregate dining and home-delivered meal participants.
• Ensures proper staffing; oversees volunteers in set-up, serving, and clean-up.
• Ensures the site is following state and federal food sanitation regulations; ensures food is kept hot and/or properly refrigerated until serving time.
• Ensures daily cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen and dining area before, during, and after meals.
• Assists in the recruitment, training and scheduling of volunteers who assist with the congregate and home delivered meal programs and keep record of volunteer hours served.
• Trains and directs the work of staff and volunteers assigned to the meal site/home delivered meal program.
• Registers new congregate meal recipients, introduces and orientates new participants on the registration and donation procedure.
• Packs home-delivered meals and serves meals on site.
• Collect, record and deposits donations and transportation revenue received.
• Prepares and maintain records of each participant's attendance, and appropriate information for the meals served; Processes end-of-month reports and billing statements.
• Schedules transportation needs as needed for participants.
• Maintains on site nutrition program inventory; assists with supply orders.
• Submits related programming articles to programming newsletter and media outlets for advertising/awareness.
• Provides opportunities for community activities and field trips for participants.
• Arranges for community presentations, events, and various group activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

This section details the essential competencies required to perform the job effectively, including a mix of technical knowledge, practical skills, and personal attributes.

• Ability to develop and implement program standards and objectives outlined by superiors and to lead and instruct groups in activities designed for senior citizens.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate a variety of programs for older adults.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, associates and the general public.
• General knowledge of current office practices and procedures and knowledge of the operation of standard office equipment.
• Technical proficiency in the use of software applications, databases, or other technology tools used in the position (e.g., Microsoft Office, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, etc.).
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and concise records and reports.
• Ability to organize work, manage time, and meet deadlines.

This section outlines the communication abilities necessary for effective performance. These skills reflect the need to interact with the public, colleagues, and other stakeholders in a clear, professional, and effective manner.

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, with a wide range of individuals, including the public, colleagues, and supervisors.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply information from complex documents such as laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and reports.
• Ability to engage with the public, handle inquiries, resolve conflicts, and build positive relationships with a diverse population.
• Ability to explain complex or technical information in a clear, understandable manner.
• Ability to listen actively and accurately understand verbal instructions or concerns.

Ability to perform mathematical calculations.

This section outlines the cognitive skills required to perform the job effectively. This includes the ability to apply logic, make decisions, solve problems, and understand complex information.

• Ability to identify and define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to make decisions that are sound, well-informed, and timely, even in stressful situations.
• Ability to analyze situations, consider various perspectives, anticipate potential issues, and make recommendations or decisions based on logical reasoning.
• Ability to interpret complex information, recognize patterns, and understand the implications of actions or decisions.
• Ability to think conceptually and understand the relationships between ideas that are not immediately obvious.

The physical and work environment characteristics described in this description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions or as otherwise required by law. Employees needing reasonable accommodation should discuss the request with the employee's supervisor.

Work may involve the occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force; work regularly involves sitting, frequently involves standing and performing fine motor skills and repetitive motions, and occasionally involves walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and reaching above shoulder level or below the waist.

Visual ability to perform tasks such as reading documents, operating vehicles, using computer screens, or working with detailed data.

Ability to communicate and exchange information effectively with others, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work is primarily at a designated meal site, which is generally in a moderately noisy location.

Work has no exposure to environmental conditions.

Ability to work the allocated hours of the position.

High school diploma/equivalent.

One year experience working with the elderly or disabled, preferred.

AED/CPR and First Aid Certification must be obtained with one (1) year of hire.

ServSafe Food Safety Certification must be obtained within one (1) year of date of hire.

Appointment is conditional upon successful completion of a caregiver and criminal background check.

Starting pay is determined within the expected hiring range based on qualifications, directly related experience, and internal equity. Employees may advance through the full salary range in accordance with County policy.

Expected Hiring Range: $20.83 - $23.56/hour

Full Salary Range: $20.83 - 29.02/hour

Department: Health and Human Services - ADRC

FTE: 0.0

St. Croix County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to an individual's race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Address: 1101 Carmichael Road Hudson, Wisconsin, 54016