Dietary Aide

Dietary Aide Perimeter Behavioral of Springfield is hiring a dependable and compassionate PRN Dietary Aide to support our food service team. Our accredited psychiatric residential treatment facility provides specialized care for children and adolescents ages 6–17. In this role, you will help prepare and serve nutritious meals, support therapeutic diet needs, and maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment for our residents.

• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and adolescents.
• Work with a supportive team focused on compassionate behavioral health care.
• Gain valuable experience in a healthcare food service environment.
• Enjoy flexible PRN scheduling based on department needs and availability.

• Prepare and serve meals according to scheduled meal times, approved menus, and portion guidelines.
• Follow recipes, therapeutic diet instructions, and food safety procedures accurately.
• Assist with preparing menu items such as meats, vegetables, soups, and other resident meals.
• Support kitchen helpers and team members in following menus, recipes, and dietary requirements.
• Monitor food quality and proper doneness, adjusting cooking equipment as needed.
• Recalibrate thermometers as required and maintain compliance with sanitation standards.
• Keep kitchen, dining, and food service areas clean, organized, and safe.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous food service, dietary, or healthcare experience preferred.
• Ability to follow menus, recipes, diet orders, and food safety guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and sanitation.
• Dependable, flexible, and able to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work PRN shifts based on department needs.

Schedule This is a Full-Time position with shifts scheduled based on department needs and candidate availability. Flexibility is preferred.

Perimeter Healthcare is one of the leading mental and behavioral health care providers in the country. We deliver hope through comprehensive, dedicated treatment programs and a strong commitment to service excellence. Our care settings include inpatient psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment centers, outpatient counseling, and therapy services.

Perimeter Behavioral Health is committed to providing an environment of diversity and inclusion where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. We are an equal opportunity employer in all recruitment, training, and selection processes without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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