Cook/Direct Support Professional
About The Position
Unlock Potential: Become a Cook/Direct Support Professional and Change Lives! Devereux Florida provides programs and services for children and adolescents who face significant emotional, behavioral and intellectual/developmental challenges. Located in Titusville, FL, this position is dual/hybrid role that will be responsible for cooking meals and provided direct support to our individuals in our care. Responsibilities include: Cook Responsibilities (70%) Prepare and serve meals according to established menus Monitor food usage Store dietary supplies properly Report safety issues to the Program Coordinator Participate in monthly Environment of Care inspections to ensure compliance with Joint Commission standards. Direct Care Responsibilities (30%) Personal Care: Assist with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation. Behavioral Support: Implement behavior management plans and support individuals in developing coping strategies. Skill Development: Facilitate skill-building activities, including social skills, communication, and life skills training. Crisis Intervention: Recognize signs of distress and de-escalate situations effectively and safely. Documentation: Maintain accurate records of client progress, incidents, and daily activities. Transportation: Assist clients with transportation to appointments, community activities, or school. Collaboration: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including therapists, nurses, and family members. Training and Education: Participate in ongoing training to stay updated on best practices in behavioral health support. Learn more about our Residential Facility! Position Details: Salary: starts at $17.55 / hour (rate is based on education and relevant experience) Schedule: Monday - Friday: 12pm-8pm
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Ability to lift 30 to 50 pounds, walk, run, stoop, kneel, push/pull and reach above shoulders.
- Successfully pass pre-employment medical screenings which include: Drug Screen, Physical, and TB Test.
- Successfully pass a Level 2 background screening with the State of Florida.
- Valid driver's license
- Must be able to complete a two-week (Monday - Friday) new hire orientation class; hours are approximately 9:00am to 5:00pm each day. Orientations are offered in Titusville, FL.
Nice To Haves
- Additional training in food preparation preferred.
- At least one year food preparation experience in an institutional setting preferred.
- Previous experience with the National Lunch Program is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve meals according to established menus
- Monitor food usage
- Store dietary supplies properly
- Report safety issues to the Program Coordinator
- Participate in monthly Environment of Care inspections to ensure compliance with Joint Commission standards.
- Assist with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.
- Implement behavior management plans and support individuals in developing coping strategies.
- Facilitate skill-building activities, including social skills, communication, and life skills training.
- Recognize signs of distress and de-escalate situations effectively and safely.
- Maintain accurate records of client progress, incidents, and daily activities.
- Assist clients with transportation to appointments, community activities, or school.
- Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including therapists, nurses, and family members.
- Participate in ongoing training to stay updated on best practices in behavioral health support.
Benefits
- Paid time off (24 days per year, increase with years of service); Sick time (64 hours per year) for full-time staff.
- Retirement – 403(b) through TIAA
- Quality Low-Cost Benefits (medical, dental, vision), pet insurance, plus student loan debt assistance and 30-day benefit eligibility waiting period for new hires!
- ASCEND – Tuition Program You deserve to work somewhere that gives back to you! Devereux is proud to offer ASCEND – the first career accelerator program exclusively designed to give behavioral healthcare workers – the career guidance, one-on-one coaching, skills and financial assistance you need to reach your full potential. This program includes 100% of tuition covered (up to $15k reimbursed annually for undergraduate and $25k reimbursed annually for graduate)!
- ASCEND - Student Loan Repayment - Let Devereux help pay back your student loans with student loan repayment!
- Free access to Payactiv, a platform to get a portion of your earned wages between pay periods
- Employee Assistance Program and Employee Discounts – Available the first day of employment through Carebridge
- Service Awards – All employees celebrating a five-year increment (5, 10, 15, etc.) anniversary receive taxable compensation in recognition of their long-term commitment to Devereux.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
