Nutrition Aide-Canton
Posting Details
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| Institution | University of South Dakota |
| Working Title | Nutrition Aide-Canton |
| Posting Number | CSA01030P |
| Department | USD-Head Start |
| Physical Location of Position (City) | Canton |
| Posting Text | USD Head Start has an opening for a Nutrition Aide for the Head Start classroom in Canton, SD providing support for nutrition activities, which may include meal preparation and clean-up and supervision of children ages 3-5 during meals and classroom activities. Qualifications: Experience in food service and working around children ages 3-5 years old preferred. This position works under 19 hours a week, Monday – Friday and runs during classroom operation mid-August through mid-May. Hours are expected to be from 10 a.m. to 2:30 Mon. – Wed. and 9:00 a.m. to 2;30 on Thurs. Some Fridays are required for training. This is a grant funded position. Continued employment is dependent upon continued funding and performance. |
| Posting Date | 05/28/2021 |
| Closing Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| First Consideration Date | 06/04/2021 |
| Advertised Salary | Based on qualifications |
| Duration of the Term | 9 months |
| If Other, describe duration | |
| Appointment Percent | 45% |
| Work Hours | 19 hours a week 9 months mid-August – mid May. 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday – Wednesday |
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| Appointment Type | Regular |
| Scope of Search | External (includes Internal) |
| If internal, define scope of search | |
| This position requires | Other |
| If other, please indicate | Must pass background checks |
| Department Description and Cultural Expectations | Head Start is a free comprehensive early education program for children from at-risk backgrounds from birth to age 5 in a four county service area located in SE South Dakota (Clay Lincoln, Union and Turner counties). For more information visit www.usd.edu/headstart. Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply. |
| Affirmative Action Statement | EEO/AA |
| Diversity Statement | Diversity and inclusiveness are values that are embraced and practiced at the University of South Dakota. Candidates who support these values are encouraged to apply. |
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Working Conditions
| Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. | Memory, Multiple Priorities, Pace-average, Reading, Verbal Communication, Written Communication |
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| Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. | Latex Gloves, Eye Protection, Other, Protective Clothing |
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| If other protection is used please identify | PPE provided as needed. Masks, apron or smock, eye wear as needed. |
| Please designate the physical requirements of this position | Carrying, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Lifting light, Repetitive Motion, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating) |
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| Describe any of the conditions selected | Position will crouch/squat to interact with small children. Position will lift food service containers up to counter height to serve. Position may bend to set/clean tables that are at child height. Position will push food cart back to school kitchen. Position will stand for meal prep, cleaning and during some interactions with children. |
| Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. | Vision (With and without corrective lenses), Depth Perception, Distant Vision, Near Vision, Peripheral Vision, Speaking |
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| Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. | Changes of Temperature, Chemical Hazards, Electrical Current, Exposure or Potential Exposure to Blood/Body Fluids, Exposure to Infectious Diseases, Exposure to Noise, Extreme Weather Conditions (wind, rain, snow, humidity), Walking/Standing on rough or uneven surfaces (gravel, rocks, etc), Walking/Standing on wood, metal or concrete |
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| Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above | Position may use microwave and small appliances. Position will interact with children indoors and outdoors. May be exposed to children’s body/body fluids. |
| Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. | Classroom Environment, Other Environment (Please explain below), Outdoors Environment |
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| If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided. | Kitchen or kitchen work space; playground area outside |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Do you have any pending or prior criminal arrests or charges relating to child abuse, sexual abuse, neglect or maltreatment?
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The individual hired for this position must consent to, complete, and pass a background check. Are you willing to go through the background check process?
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Have you ever had any affiliation with Head Start programs that would assist you in understanding the needs of our program?
- Yes
- No
Documents Needed to Apply
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Other
- Reference List