TELECARE CORPORATION
COOK – GLADMAN MHRC
Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.
Gladman is licensed as a 40-bed Mental Health Rehabilitation Center (MHRC) providing sub-acute psychiatric treatment to adults 18 and older.
Shifts Available:
On Call, Hours and Days vary as needed
Expected starting wage is $21 Hourly
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
We exist to help people with mental impairments realize their full potential.
MISSION STATEMENT
Telecare will deliver and manage excellent services and systems of care for persons with serious mental illness.
POSITION OBJECTIVE
The Cook is responsible for the preparation, cooking and serving of food to clients. This includes seasoning and cooking meat, fish, vegetables, soups, salads and desserts.
QUALIFICATIONS
Two (2) years of experience in food production and knowledge of therapeutic diets is required. Experience in a health care setting is preferred. High School graduation or a G.E.D. equivalent is required. Experience in the use of institutional kitchen equipment such as steam tables, stoves, refrigerators and freezers is crucial. The ability to read, write and speak English is essential, as is the willingness to work with disabled adults. Applicant must be finger printed and receive clearance from Criminal Justice Department.
KEY RESULT AREAS
MISSION, VALUES AND BELIEFS
Demonstrates the Telecare mission, purpose, values and beliefs in everyday language and contact with clients, the public and other staff members.QUALITY AND QUANTITY OF WORK
Performs tasks correctly and according to policies and procedures. Reviews menus, work orders and recipes to determine the type and quantity of meals necessary to prepare. Participates in and supervises the following food preparation activities: washing, trimming, cooking and seasoning. Directs the collection and assembly of food items from storage areas during the food preparation process. Prepares food for special therapeutic diets. Receives and monitors food deliveries against requisitions and invoices. Takes active steps to avoid food waste. Directly supervises the dietary staff in the use, care and maintenance of equipment, food storage, housekeeping and safety standards in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. Ensures that the cleaning and maintenance program is consistently adhered to.TEAM MEMBER PARTICIPATION
Participates as a team member and provides input via reporting observations, concerns and asking appropriate questions. Confers and collaborates with the Dietary Supervisor regarding both regular and modified diet preparation. Demonstrates knowledge of Professional Assault Response Training (PART) principles and uses PART concepts to manage aggressive behavior.JUDGMENT, DECISION MAKING AND INITIATIVE
Demonstrates knowledge and proper use of equipment and supplies. Plans and facilitates cooking schedules in order to ensure that food is ready at the specified time.RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHERS
Demonstrates a good rapport and cooperative working relationships with all members of the team; responds to co-workers with concern and promotes group morale.QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
Continually focuses on assigned tasks and seeks and implements improvements as necessary. Understands and demonstrates the safety program in all activities. Monitors food items, storage rooms, refrigerators and other equipment to ensure that appropriate sanitary conditions are consistently adhered to. Practices universal precautions at all times.CUSTOMER AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS
Demonstrates a knowledge of Telecare’s customers including clients/clients, families and governmental agencies in all interactions and conduct. Acts in a professional manner, always demonstrating respect and understanding of the community and neighborhood when representing Telecare in the community.PLANNING AND TIME UTILIZATION
Completes and follows through with tasks and assignments, meeting expected deadlines.ATTENDANCE AND RELIABILITY
Understands and demonstrates knowledge of all policies associated with attendance.PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Attends all assigned in-service education classes. Always dresses appropriately and professionally. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSDuties and responsibilities may be added, deleted and/or changed at the discretion of management.
POSITION PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
ACTIVITY
(Hours per day)
NEVER
0 hours
OCCASIONALLY
up to 3 hours
FREQUENTLY
3 - 6 HOURS
CONSTANTLY
6 - 8+ HOURS
Sitting
X
Walking
X
Standing
X
Bending (neck)
X
Bending (waist)
X
Squatting
X
Climbing
X
Kneeling
X
Crawling
X
Twisting (neck)
X
Twisting (waist)
X
Repetitive Hand Use:
Simple Grasping (right hand)
X
Simple Grasping (left hand)
X
Power Grasping (right hand)
X
Power Grasping (left hand)
X
Fine Manipulation (right hand)
X
Fine Manipulation (left hand)
X
Pushing & Pulling (right hand)
X
Pushing and Pulling (left hand)
X
Reaching (above shoulder level)
X
Reaching (below shoulder level)
X
LIFTING
CARRYING
Never
0 hrs.
Occasionally
up to 3 hrs.
Frequently
3 - 6 hrs.
Constantly
6 - 8+ hrs.
Never
0 hrs.
Occasionally
up to 3 hrs.
Frequently
3 -6 hrs.
Constantly
6 - 8+ hrs.
0-10 lbs.
X
X
11-25 lbs.
X
X
26-50 lbs.
X
X
51-75 lbs.
X
X
76-100 lbs.
X
X
100+ lbs.
X
X
OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS:
YES
NO
a.
Driving cars, trucks, forklifts, and other equipment?
X
b.
Working around equipment and machinery?
X
c.
Walking on uneven ground?
X
d.
Exposure to excessive noise?
X
e.
Exposure to extremes of temperature, humidity or wetness?
X
f.
Exposure to dust, gas, fumes, or chemicals?
X
g.
Working at heights?
X
h.
Operation of foot controls or repetitive foot movement?
X
i.
Use of special visual or auditory protective equipment?
X
j.
Working with bio-hazards such as: blood borne pathogens, sewage, hospital waste, etc.
X
EOE AA M/F/V/Disability