Household Specialists

Job Summary

We Are Looking For A Dynamic Household Specialist To Join Our Team At CareLink Community Support Services!

Job Summary

As a Household Specialist, you will be responsible for food and menu coordination for a residential program supporting adults with mental health challenges.  In this position, you will be responsible for creating a menu based on participant preference and dietary needs, shopping for food and household supplies, and preparing meals.  You will also lean in and take responsibility for kitchen cleanliness, teaching skills surrounding housekeeping, nutrition and cooking, and helping to plan site events.  As the Household Specialist, you will work closely with the Residential Counselors on duty and help with daily documentation, providing transportation to residents, and working with co-workers to manage emergencies during their shift as needed. 

Essential Functions

• Prepares all meals under the direction of the Program Manager and Assistant Program      Supervisor.
• Plans and writes house menus and ensures that they are followed.
• Posts menus and nutritional information on bulletin boards located in the      kitchen area, office area, and community area.
• Plans and controls special diets.
• Estimates  food consumption in determining type and quantity of foods to be prepared.
• Shops  for all food supplies on a weekly basis in a fiscally responsible manner.
• Maintains  the cleanliness of the kitchen area.
• Maintains the cleanliness of refrigerators and freezers, and ensures that all food      is properly covered and stored.
• Ensures  that all kitchen equipment is in proper working condition.
• Assumes the responsibility for planning special functions with the Program Manager      and Assistant Program Supervisor.
• Participates in the development on individual service plans related to housekeeping,      nutrition, and cooking.
• Consistently assesses, teaches, evaluates, and supervises residents’ skills in the area      of daily living, meal planning, and housekeeping.
• Meets with consumers to prepare individual apartment chore schedule.
• Performs daily progress notes, log book entries, and other related paperwork.
• Monitors  kitchen, housekeeping, and linen supplies for residents and keeps      supervisor informed of needs.
• Reviews emergency procedures with residents on a regular basis.
• Cleans all interior surfaces of common areas.
• Keeps all entrances clean and free of debris.
• Ensures that all trash is in exterior receptacles.
• Orders all cleaning supplies.
• Handles inventory and storage of all cleaning supplies.
• Responds appropriately to emergency situations.
• Performs shopping and errands as requested.
• Organizes closets and storage areas as needed.
• Transports consumers as necessary and appropriate.
• Performs other duties or special projects as required or as assigned

Other Functions

• Attends and participates in regular supervision.
• Responds appropriately to emergency situations.
• Performs job within framework of agency, site, and professional standards.
• Participates in staff meetings and training programs.
• Attends and participates in agency events.
• Adheres to agency/site policies and procedures including HIPAA requirements.
• Cooperates and coordinates with Regional Director on all operational issues.
• Projects a positive attitude and image to staff, participants, family members, and      outside contacts.
• Uses appropriate communication channels.
• Completes assignments independently and within specified time frames.
• Participates in achievement of agency objectives, goals, and mission.
• Displays motivation and interest in working creatively with people who have mental    illness/disabilities.
• Demonstrates the ability to make sound judgements regarding the welfare of people  served.
• Displays ability to take direction.
• Demonstrates knowledge of basic principles and methods of clinical psychology and psychiatric rehabilitation.
• Follows agency dress code.
• Adheres to supervisor's requests.
• Cooperates  with other staff and exhibits positive attitude toward position and agency.
• Contributes  to the growth and development of services.
• Shows initiative and demonstrate good judgement.
• Follows  instructions accurately and thoroughly.
• Works as scheduled to assure coverage.
• Performs job in a safe manner.
• Reports/addresses safety concerns in a timely manner

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Education: High School Diploma or GED 

Work Experience: 2 to 3 years

Licenses Required: Valid Driver’s License 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic principles and methods of food preparation and food ordering.
• Knowledge of good sanitation and hygiene.
• Knowledge of menus and how to plan varied menus.
• Knowledge of good food portions and weights.
• Knowledge of nutrition and some knowledge of special diet planning.
• Numerical ability to estimate food requirements and portions.
• Ability to organize kitchen and storerooms.
• Motivation, interest, and ability to provide service for people who have mental illness. 
• ability to take direction.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to drive agency vehicles.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations preferred.
• Housekeeping experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Strong collaborating skills, and an ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with frequent deadlines; high energy, self-motivated and proactive.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and be flexible with regard to workload and assignments.
• Ability to exercise judgment.

Physical and Environmental Job Requirements Rarely Occasionally Frequently Constantly

• Sitting – required to sit for extended periods of time without being able to leave      the work area. F
• Standing  – required to remain on feet in an upright position for continuous periods      of time without being able to leave the work area. O
• Walking – required to walk considerable distances in the facility during the      course of work. O
• Lifting  – required to raise or lower objects from one level to another regularly.
• Up to  10 pounds O
• 11 to 20 pounds R
• 21 to 30 pounds R
• 31 to 50 pounds R
• 51 to 75 pounds (team lifting as appropriate) R
• 76 to 100 pounds (team lifting required) R
• Carrying – required to carry objects in arms or on the shoulder. O 
• Pushing  – required to exert force up to 20 lbs. so that an object can be moved      away. R
• Pulling   – required to exert force up to 20 lbs. so that an object can be moved      towards employee. R
• Climbing  – required to climb and work in overhead areas. R
• Balancing   – required to move between objects or work in overhead areas. R
• Stooping  – required to bend forward by bending at the waist. O
• Kneeling  – required to move or support self on knees R
• Crouching  – required to bend the legs or spine. R
• Crawling  – required to work in confined space and move about on hands and knees. R
• Reaching  – required to use hands and arms to reach for or place objects. R
• Feeling  – required to discriminate between varying textures. R
• Grasping   – required to pick up objects with fingers. R
• Substantial  Movements – required to perform substantial movement (motions) of the      wrists, hands, and/or fingers. O
• Eye, Hand, Foot Coordination – required to coordinate the eyes, hands, feet      with each other in response to visual stimuli. O
• Motor Coordination Skills – required to coordinate eyes, hands, and fingers      rapidly and accurately and handle precise movements. R
• Color Determination – required to identify colors through vision. R
• Near Acuity – required close, clear vision with or without correction. O
• Depth  Perception – required to distinguish depth. O

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic principles and methods of food preparation and food ordering.
• Knowledge of good sanitation and hygiene.
• Knowledge of menus and how to plan varied menus.
• Knowledge of good food portions and weights.
• Knowledge of nutrition and some knowledge of special diet planning.
• Numerical ability to estimate food requirements and portions.
• Ability to organize kitchen and storerooms.
• Motivation, interest, and ability to provide service for people who have mental illness.
• Ability to take direction.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to drive agency vehicles.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations preferred.
• Housekeeping experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Strong collaborating skills, and an ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with frequent deadlines; high energy, self-motivated and proactive.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and be flexible with regard to workload and assignments.
• Ability to exercise judgment.

NOTE: At the discretion of the Personnel Officer and COO, additional related experience and/or education may be substituted in lieu of the requirements specified above under Education and Experience.