Feeding Assistant Part-Time

Feeding Assistant – Part-Time
Visalia Post Acute – Visalia, CA
Pay Range: $17.48–$17.50/hour

Visalia Post Acute is seeking compassionate and dependable Feeding Assistants to join our team. This role is perfect for individuals who are passionate about helping residents during mealtimes while promoting dignity, safety, and quality of care.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay
• Flexible part-time schedule
• Supportive and team-oriented environment
• Paid training opportunities
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in residents’ daily lives
• Growth opportunities within healthcare

General Purpose

The Feeding Assistant provides dining assistance to residents who do not have complicated feeding problems and who have been approved by the interdisciplinary team for participation in the Feeding Assistant Program. Feeding Assistants work under the supervision of licensed nursing staff to ensure residents receive safe, respectful, and supportive assistance during meals.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist residents with dining and hydration needs during meals
• Utilize proper feeding techniques learned through state-approved training
• Encourage resident independence and dignity during mealtimes
• Observe and report changes in eating patterns or resident condition to nursing staff
• Record resident meal intake accurately after meals
• Follow infection control and safe food handling practices
• Respond appropriately to resident behaviors and needs
• Maintain a calm, positive, and respectful dining environment
• Work under the supervision of an RN or LVN/LPN
• Follow facility safety and emergency procedures, including Heimlich maneuver protocols

Program Requirements

• Feeding Assistants may only assist residents approved by the interdisciplinary team
• Feeding Assistants cannot assist residents with complicated feeding problems, including:
  • Difficulty swallowing
  • Recurrent lung aspirations
  • Tube or IV feedings
• Must successfully complete the facility’s state-approved 8-hour Feeding Assistant Training Program before independently assisting residents

Training topics include:

• Feeding techniques
• Hydration assistance
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Resident rights
• Infection control
• Safety and emergency procedures
• Recognizing and reporting changes in resident condition

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous healthcare or caregiving experience preferred
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to follow instructions and facility policies

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, reaching, and assisting residents
• Ability to lift, push, or pull as needed during resident assistance
• Ability to work in a fast-paced dining environment

Work Environment

• Skilled nursing facility setting
• Low to moderate noise level
• Team-oriented and resident-focused environment

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.