DIETARY- INDEPENDENT LIVING SKILLS COACH

Our CompanySpringPath Mental Health Services OverviewThe ILS/MHW Cook works as part of an Intensive Residential Treatment Services team that provides care, treatment and rehabilitation for persons served who are experiencing significant mental health/psychiatric symptoms; who are demonstrating significant functional impairments; and who may have co-occurring disorders. Primary duties will focus on food preparation and kitchen management, as well as supporting skill development in these areas. Responsibilities

Helps promote physical, social, and psychological well-being to individuals served

Interacts frequently and positively with individuals served

Supports staff to promote the rights of the individuals served to achieve an enhanced quality of life

Follows agency procedures to promote optimum health care, safety practice and behavioral supports to maintain the well-being of person(s) served

Oversees meal preparation and grocery shopping, follows Board and Lodge licensing requirements for food safety

Responsible for keeping kitchen workspace clean and orderly

Transports clients

Manages food/cleaning budget

Provides group and individual services for clients: tailored to dietary need and skill development related to cooking, cleaning, menu planning, nutrition, budgeting

Teaches clients independent living skills in accordance with their treatment plan

Performs administrative duties (scanning, faxing, organizing)

Provides the necessary financial management for the day-to-day operations of the program using established practices and procedures

Ensures compliance with training licensing regulations and company policies and procedures

Maintains clean and safe work environment

Manages the day-to-day therapeutic environment including the prevention of crisis at the lowest level of escalation

Develops and participates in community and in-house recreational and leisure activities

Completes all documentation as required to ensure quality services

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

GED or High School Diploma with 2,000 supervised hours in the delivery of services to adults with serious mental illness

Bachelor's degree preferred in one of the behavioral sciences or related fields

Food safety training and competency in kitchen management

About our Line of BusinessSpringPath Mental Health Services is a leading agency in providing recovery-oriented and psychiatric rehabilitation services. Our agencies provide care and treatment for clients who are experiencing significant mental health/psychiatric symptoms, who are demonstrating significant functional impairments, and who may have co-occurring chemical dependency. Founded on the core principles and values of hope, partnership, choice and self-direction, our program and services help individuals develop the skills and access the resources needed to increase their capacity to be successful and satisfied in the living, learning, working and social environment of their choice. Services provided include Intensive Residential Treatment Service (IRTS), Assertive Community Treatment (ACT), with a focus on the evidence-based practices of Integrated Dual Disorder Treatment, Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Supported Employment and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. The cornerstone of our work is the relationship with the person served during the recovery process. For more information, please visit springpathmentalhealth.com. Follow us onFacebook (https://www.facebook.com/SpringPathMentalHealth) . Salary RangeUSD $22.50 - $23.00 / HourALERT: We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as employees from our company. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information. We take pride in creating a best-in-class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card, driver’s license, bank information, or payment for work equipment, etc.) from you via text or email. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning our company, please contact us at TalentAcquisition@brightspringhealth.com . Click here (https://www.brightspringhealth.com/careers/frequently-asked-questions/) for additional FAQ information. Job LocationsUS-MN-SAINT PAUL | US-MN-ELK RIVERID 2024-155567 Line of Business SpringPath Mental Health Services Position Type Full-Time Pay Min USD $22.50/Hr. Pay Max USD $23.00/Hr.