Cook-YCW 2nd shift at Hoyleton Youth and Family Services

Description

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES POSITION SUMMARY:

 The Cook/Youth Care Worker I is responsible for the preparation of meals  and snacks for the cottages where they are assigned and assisting other cottage staff in the  supervision and support of cottage residents.

 Responsibilities also include menu planning,  purchasing of food and supplies in compliance with ISBE requirements; assure maintenance of  proper hygiene in food preparation and equipment.

  KEY RESPONSIBLITIES AND FUNCTIONS

•   Prepares nutritious and attractive meals and snacks, according to the menus provided, that  meets state health standards, food service regulations, ISBE standards, and supervisory  directives. 
•   Plans and orders food and related supplies for meal preparation, including menus for evening  and weekend meals that are prepared by staff on duty.
•  Prepares special meals at various holidays and special events throughout the year
•   Assures proper storage of all food items; disposes of unused food at expiration date or an appropriate.
•    Maintains hygienic conditions in kitchen and dining area and cleans all major appliances at  least weekly. . Provides direction and oversight to cottage residents to assist them to develop cooking and  cleaning skills in accordance with their capacity. Respond to behavioral issues when they  occur. May be required to participate in client restraint.
•  Maintains accurate records in accordance with agency policy and in compliance with state  requirements. 
•  Assumes other related tasks as required by the Supervisory and Administrative staff 

Requirements

 EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE 

• High school diploma or G.E.D. 
• Must possess and retain a valid Illinois driver’s license.
•   The skills and experience to plan prepare and provide healthy, appealing meals. 
•   The personal characteristics and experiential background that promotes appropriate care for  children and helps residents achieve emotional stability and to develop social and other life  skills.
•  Basic skills in first aid and the identification of medical needs. 
• Possess, or be able to obtain, a Food Service Sanitation certification through Illinois  Department of Public Health (IDPH) within 90 days of employment 
• · Must meet DCFS/CANTS Clearance  
• · Must be at least 21 years of age.
• · Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and maintain proof of automobile insurance.

CARE & TCI

Hoyleton has adopted the CARE (Children and Residential Experience), developed by Cornell University, to guide our culture and practice. CARE is grounded in six core principles: Developmentally Focused, Family Involved, Relationship Based, Ecologically Oriented, Competence Centered, and Trauma Informed. 

Completion of CARE and TCI training is an internal requirement for all staff and must be completed upon hire. Ongoing application of these principles is expected and essential to successful job performance. 

TCI (Therapeutic Crisis Intervention). Employees must:

• Pass  the written test annually
• Pass the physical test every six months (if applicable to their role)

Monthly refresher opportunities are provided. Employees who fall out of compliance may be required to retake the full course. Consistent participation and application