Nutrition Cook- Casual Job Victoria area,BC Canada,Healthcare

Position: Nutrition Cook- Casual - 10 hours

AVI Health & Community Services (AVI) increases health equity by providing highly responsive, harm reduction
-based HIV, hepatitis C, substance use, sexual health, mental health, and other community health services, and is informed by the voices of people with living experience. We envision a community where people can experience optimal health and wellness, and be free from stigma, marginalization, and criminalization. For more information see (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..org

The Positive Wellness Program provides care and support to people living with HIV and HCV in a variety of settings, including through the provision of a bi-weekly drop-in lunch program. With a low-barrier and harm reduction approach, the program provides support and advocacy to individuals as they navigate health care services and other social service systems.

JOB SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Program Manager, the Positive Wellness Program Nutrition Cook is responsible for the planning and preparation of balanced, nutritious meals for (around 50) people living with HIV and/or hepatitis

C. The PWP Nutrition Cook creates monthly menu plans that meet the specific dietary/nutritional needs of program participants, completes food ordering within a budget, and prepares meals for the bi-weekly drop-in lunch program. They are responsible for ensuring Food Safe protocols and documentation are followed within the program. The PWP Nutrition Cook contributes to a welcoming and non-judgmental environment within the program, engages with participants to establish and maintain positive relationships, and supports with de-escalation when needed.

This position relies on the worker’s ability to plan and prepare in a self-directed environment while also working collaboratively with a team during meal services.

KEY

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Plans, prepares, and cooks nutritious, hot meals for people with complex health and wellness needs.

Maintains a clean and safe workspace in-line with Food Safe and Island Health protocols at all times, including kitchen and food storage areas.

Completes administrative tasks including menu planning, food ordering, and the maintenance of relevant records.

Greets and engages program participants in a welcoming, non-judgemental manner to build and maintain relationships.

Uses brief assessment, active listening, and crisis response skills to provide support to participants and to contribute to de-escalation.

Maintains the safety of all program spaces while supporting participant dignity by following protocols related to violence prevention and critical incidents (such as overdose response).

Attends regularly scheduled team meetings, 1-on-1 check-ins, and ongoing job trainings

Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum of 2 years experience that includes the following:

Preparing and cooking nutritious food for 50 people or more while following Food Safe procedures for cleanup, preparation, recordkeeping, and food storage.

Creating menu plans that meet a variety of nutritional needs and ordering required ingredients within a budget.

Working within a healthcare or social service context.

Developing and maintaining relationships with program participants, volunteers, and coworkers.

Education and Training:

Food Safe Level 1.

First Aid training with CPR-C.

Operating commercial kitchen equipment

Demonstrated understanding of the specific nutritional needs of people living with HIV/HCV and ability to meet these needs through menu planning.

Working knowledge of issues and resources related to harm reduction/health promotion, safer using practices, HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C, poverty, mental health, and substance use.

Training or experience in a non-violent and anti-oppressive approach to de-escalation and crisis intervention.

Skills and…