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Mary Wade Line Cook: Assisted Living Community in New Haven, Connecticut
Chatham Place is the Assisted Living / Memory Care Community that is part of Mary Wade.
At Chatham Place you will experience a high quality professional culture focused on resident needs. We strive to deliver the highest quality support services with deep compassion and empathy. If you find meaning working with seniors, Chatham Place may be for you.
We take the time to talk with, and listen to, those we care for and do whatever it takes to get the job done. Our goal is to create moments of joy as often as possible. Listening to understand, demonstrating kindness, concern and tender loving care are part of our core practices. Everyone is held accountable to these standards.
The community includes 84 units, a combination of one bedroom and studio apartments. 20 units are Memory Care and the rest are traditional Assisted Living. We have a bistro, a salon/spa, a fitness center and a rooftop terrace!
For 156 years we have been serving the Greater New Haven senior community. We are a mission focused non-profit, governed by a Board of Trustees. Visit www.marywade.org to see our gorgeous campus and learn more about our services and history.
Schedule:
Full-Time: 40 hours per week: Ability to be flexible with the schedule and ability to work on the weekends.
Hourly Rate: $16.00 to $20.00 (Based on Experience)
Job Responsibilities:
Plans food production to coordinate with meal serving hours so that quality, temperature, and appearance of food is preserved.
Directs and assists in daily scheduled cleaning duties of the department ensuring compliance with established sanitary and infection control standards.
Must be able to read and understand residents’ diets requirements
Trains and direct Dietary Aids
Communicate resident likes and dislikes to Executive Chef for menu planning purposes and resident satisfaction.
Job Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
Previous experience preferred; experience in Assisted Living a plus.
Strong organization and time management skills
Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs
This is primarily a standing position where an employee may be required to stand in one place for extended periods of time.
Able to build positive and strong relationships with supervisors, coworkers and residents.
Focused and dedicated to provide excellent customer service
Able to handle multiple jobs and priorities
Must be able to turn, crouch, kneel, stoop, bend below waist, and reach above shoulder height as tasks dictate.
Why work at Mary Wade Home
Highly skilled leadership that coach you to grow your skills and knowledge
Fair-minded management that help you succeed
Diversity, communication, compassion and professionalism are part of our company values
Detailed new employee orientation, on-boarding and continuous skill development
Cutting edge Alzheimer’s and Dementia Training
Open door culture – speak to leadership anytime!
A clean, safe work environment - we are proud of our safety record!
A reputation you can be proud to represent - we deliver the highest quality medical services!
Benefits
We’re proud to offer health plans through ConnectiCare, a leading health insurer with award-winning customer service and in-person help around the state. ConnectiCare has an extensive network of providers delivering high-quality care (state, regional, and national coverage), and 100% of Connecticut hospitals are in-network.
Affordable healthcare! Pay only 12 to 18 percent of the monthly premium with Mary Wade covering the majority of the Connecticare health insurance premium. Dental and Vision are also offered at very low rates.
Life struggles causing stress? We understand that mental health support is a priority in the healthcare industry which is why we provide our Employee Assistance Program at no cost. Get support immediately and long term with 24/7 access to practitioners. Many other wellness services also available.
Want to get a degree or earn job related credentials? Our Tuition Reimbursement benefit helps cover the costs.
Secure your future with our 403b Retirement Plan. Save with our 50% matching dollar program.
Annual Uniform Allowance of $50 annually.
Work in a facility known for cleanliness, friendliness and delicious food.
Be on a team known for excellent care and high nursing standards.
Employee Assisted Housing Program for purchase of home in Fair Haven
Opportunity for career growth
Weekly Payroll
Breaks and meal time are PAID time!
Beautiful garden for outdoor lunch and breaks
Benefit partners offering identity theft protection, prepaid legal services, AFLAC, Verizon discounts
Free parking on-site and located near New Haven Bus Line
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