SOR Pathfinder Help Others, Make a Difference, Save a Life. Do you want to make a difference in people's lives every day? Or help people navigate the tough spots in their life? And do it all while working where your hard work is appreciated? You have a lot of choices in where you work make the decision to work where you are valued! Join the McNabb Center Team as the SOR Pathfinder today! The SOR Pathfinder Job Summary The SOR Pathfinder serves as a member of the multi-disciplinary team providing direct engagement, assessment, referral, and on-going follow up with clients. Able to complete assessments and other required documents (C-SSRS, GPRAs, etc.), track referrals, and complete updates. Maintains positive connections to internal and external stakeholders and referral sources. Has excellent verbal, written, and computer skills. Must be legally able to operate and willing to use personal vehicle in the performance of job-related duties. Has a strong desire to work with individuals in substance use treatment and recovery with respectful understanding of multiple paths to recovery. This job description is not intended to be all inclusive; and employee will also perform other reasonable related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. Moreover, management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, or working schedules based on their duty to accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. 1. Daily Staff Duties. Ability to exercise sound judgment and effective decision-making and demonstrates non-judgmental support 1:1 with individuals and families around substance use disorder treatment and harm reduction. Keeps up to date on knowledge of community resources and referral processes to assist clients in setting and meeting goals and objectives (i.e., service planning around client needs). Ability to assess client functioning and level of need utilizing ASIs, and ASAMS and standard practice modalities as required. Provides effective and ethical 1:1 support by utilizing motivational interviewing and other approved best practice strategies or industry standards of care. Is an empathic listener and demonstrates flexibility in working with diverse populations with a strong interest in working with individuals with substance use and co-occurring issues. Responds to all messages, emails, and voicemails within 24 hours. Completes documentation and other tasks as assigned by supervisor before the end of each shift. Provides coverage for caseload coverage to ensure services continue when on leave. 2. Complete all required documentation within designated time frames. Ensures that documentation is completed accurately within required time frames: including, but not limited to Releases of Information, consents, referrals, and notes within TN-Wits, Centricity or other record as assigned. Responsible for completing Government Performance and Results (GPRAs) at three required time frames with program participants with a completion rate of 80% or greater. Arranges with supervisor a coverage plan to ensure services continue when team member is on leave or unavoidably unavailable to a specific client or clients. Completes logs, screening, follow up and any other required or requested tools accurately and on time, including closing and discharge documentation. Assists Team Leader with data ensuring program evaluation, quality assurance, and improvement indicators, and client satisfaction are regularly and accurately reflected. Keeps all private and/or confidential information in secure location or in approved locked HRMC bags and follows HIPAA and 42CFRPart2 regulations in all circumstances. Stays current on all required relias training, CPR, and First Aid certifications as well as verbal and physical de-escalation skills training. Ensures time sheets and other requirements are up-to-date and accurate. 3. Functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. Ability to present professionally and work within multi-disciplinary teams as a positive McNabb Center employee and community ambassador representing the client, program, and agency. Ability to set and maintain appropriate boundaries for quality service delivery and healthy self-care. Must be punctual and maintain good attendance. Maintains healthy two-way communication in person, by telephone, and within writing to effectively serve clients. Demonstrates willingness to promote a harmonious work environment by maintaining a positive and professional working relationship with all staff members, supervisors, and other internal and external stakeholders. Communicates and approaches conflict in a professional way with a problem-solving, win/win outcome as the goal. Possesses flexibility and is able to work independently in multiple locations in a variety of settings. COMPENSATION: Starting salary for this position is approximately $18.98/hr based on relevant experience and education. QUALIFICATIONS - SOR Pathfinder Experience / Education: Must have a Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Addictions, Social Work or other related field with two years of experience working with the population. Should have broad knowledge and understanding of Motivational Interviewing, stages of change, harm reduction and best practices regarding substance use disorder treatment and recovery. Must have experience and understanding in the areas of cultural diversity, human development, and treatment of substance use disorder, understanding of trauma-informed care, suicide prevention, crisis referral and extensive knowledge of community resources. Experience working with special populations including individuals with co-occurring disorders, substance use disorders and mental health disorders. Computer expertise is required as timesheets, training modules, email, and some program documentation are computer-based. Regular attendance is an essential job function. Must have an F-endorsement and be able to legally operate personal vehicle during the performance of job duties. Physical: Possible exposure to biological hazards. Lifting up to 50 lbs. Pushing/pulling up to 150 lbs. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Location: Knox County, Tennessee Apply today to work where we care about you as an employee and where your hard work makes a difference! Helen Ross McNabb Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Helen Ross McNabb Center conducts background checks, driver's license record, degree verification, and drug screens at hire. Employment is contingent upon clean drug screen, background check, and driving record. Additionally, certain programs are subject to TB Screening and/or testing. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. 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03/04/2026
Full time
SOR Pathfinder Help Others, Make a Difference, Save a Life. Do you want to make a difference in people's lives every day? Or help people navigate the tough spots in their life? And do it all while working where your hard work is appreciated? You have a lot of choices in where you work make the decision to work where you are valued! Join the McNabb Center Team as the SOR Pathfinder today! The SOR Pathfinder Job Summary The SOR Pathfinder serves as a member of the multi-disciplinary team providing direct engagement, assessment, referral, and on-going follow up with clients. Able to complete assessments and other required documents (C-SSRS, GPRAs, etc.), track referrals, and complete updates. Maintains positive connections to internal and external stakeholders and referral sources. Has excellent verbal, written, and computer skills. Must be legally able to operate and willing to use personal vehicle in the performance of job-related duties. Has a strong desire to work with individuals in substance use treatment and recovery with respectful understanding of multiple paths to recovery. This job description is not intended to be all inclusive; and employee will also perform other reasonable related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. Moreover, management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, or working schedules based on their duty to accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. 1. Daily Staff Duties. Ability to exercise sound judgment and effective decision-making and demonstrates non-judgmental support 1:1 with individuals and families around substance use disorder treatment and harm reduction. Keeps up to date on knowledge of community resources and referral processes to assist clients in setting and meeting goals and objectives (i.e., service planning around client needs). Ability to assess client functioning and level of need utilizing ASIs, and ASAMS and standard practice modalities as required. Provides effective and ethical 1:1 support by utilizing motivational interviewing and other approved best practice strategies or industry standards of care. Is an empathic listener and demonstrates flexibility in working with diverse populations with a strong interest in working with individuals with substance use and co-occurring issues. Responds to all messages, emails, and voicemails within 24 hours. Completes documentation and other tasks as assigned by supervisor before the end of each shift. Provides coverage for caseload coverage to ensure services continue when on leave. 2. Complete all required documentation within designated time frames. Ensures that documentation is completed accurately within required time frames: including, but not limited to Releases of Information, consents, referrals, and notes within TN-Wits, Centricity or other record as assigned. Responsible for completing Government Performance and Results (GPRAs) at three required time frames with program participants with a completion rate of 80% or greater. Arranges with supervisor a coverage plan to ensure services continue when team member is on leave or unavoidably unavailable to a specific client or clients. Completes logs, screening, follow up and any other required or requested tools accurately and on time, including closing and discharge documentation. Assists Team Leader with data ensuring program evaluation, quality assurance, and improvement indicators, and client satisfaction are regularly and accurately reflected. Keeps all private and/or confidential information in secure location or in approved locked HRMC bags and follows HIPAA and 42CFRPart2 regulations in all circumstances. Stays current on all required relias training, CPR, and First Aid certifications as well as verbal and physical de-escalation skills training. Ensures time sheets and other requirements are up-to-date and accurate. 3. Functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. Ability to present professionally and work within multi-disciplinary teams as a positive McNabb Center employee and community ambassador representing the client, program, and agency. Ability to set and maintain appropriate boundaries for quality service delivery and healthy self-care. Must be punctual and maintain good attendance. Maintains healthy two-way communication in person, by telephone, and within writing to effectively serve clients. Demonstrates willingness to promote a harmonious work environment by maintaining a positive and professional working relationship with all staff members, supervisors, and other internal and external stakeholders. Communicates and approaches conflict in a professional way with a problem-solving, win/win outcome as the goal. Possesses flexibility and is able to work independently in multiple locations in a variety of settings. COMPENSATION: Starting salary for this position is approximately $18.98/hr based on relevant experience and education. QUALIFICATIONS - SOR Pathfinder Experience / Education: Must have a Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Addictions, Social Work or other related field with two years of experience working with the population. Should have broad knowledge and understanding of Motivational Interviewing, stages of change, harm reduction and best practices regarding substance use disorder treatment and recovery. Must have experience and understanding in the areas of cultural diversity, human development, and treatment of substance use disorder, understanding of trauma-informed care, suicide prevention, crisis referral and extensive knowledge of community resources. Experience working with special populations including individuals with co-occurring disorders, substance use disorders and mental health disorders. Computer expertise is required as timesheets, training modules, email, and some program documentation are computer-based. Regular attendance is an essential job function. Must have an F-endorsement and be able to legally operate personal vehicle during the performance of job duties. Physical: Possible exposure to biological hazards. Lifting up to 50 lbs. Pushing/pulling up to 150 lbs. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Location: Knox County, Tennessee Apply today to work where we care about you as an employee and where your hard work makes a difference! Helen Ross McNabb Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Helen Ross McNabb Center conducts background checks, driver's license record, degree verification, and drug screens at hire. Employment is contingent upon clean drug screen, background check, and driving record. Additionally, certain programs are subject to TB Screening and/or testing. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. 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Assistant Director of Development & Foundation Events Help Others, Make a Difference, Save a Life. You have a lot of choices in where you work make the decision to work where you are valued! Join the McNabb Center Team as the Assistant Director of Development and & Foundation Events today! AssistantDirector of Development and Foundation Marketing Job Summary Accountable for the management and growth of assigned Foundation special events, major gifts in smaller markets, and Foundation specific marketing efforts. Responsibilities include meeting all fundraising/friend-raising goals and increasing awareness of the Helen Ross McNabb Foundation and related efforts through strategic marketing efforts to align with the mission of the McNabb Center. This job description is not intended to be all inclusive; and employee will also perform other reasonable related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. Moreover, management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, or working schedules based on their duty to accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Job Duties Development/Fundraising Work in a team approach, including staff and volunteers, to meet annual special event goals. Plan, organize, and successfully execute events, meeting participant, sponsorship, and revenue goals. Develop an annual calendar of events with specific dates and timelines for required tasks. Identify, develop and engage committee leadership to ensure a two-year continuity plan and retain 65% of volunteers on event committees each year. Evaluate the special event schedule and new event opportunities quarterly with VPD. Work with VPD to identify, develop, and successfully solicit major gift prospects in identified geographic markets, reviewing goals and progress quarterly. Work with VPD to identify, research, write and submit grant requests. Manage Hamblen County Advisory Board recruitment, meetings, speakers and ongoing activities. Develop Hamblen Annual Campaign with direction of VPD and CEO. Conduct annual Foundation staff campaign in assigned counties. Foundation Marketing Oversee marketing and communication plans for Foundation special events with the exception of Hamilton County. Create, manage and review all Foundation marketing materials to ensure brand cohesiveness. Materials to include print (sponsorship packets, signage, program, etc.) and digital (Foundation website updates, Constant Contact, auction site). Write and distribute press releases, serve as the media contact for Foundation event requests, and manage Foundation event video projects with the video production company. Work with Director of Community Relations when media opportunities around Foundation events overlay with Center programs or client interviews. Provide support as needed for Director of CR in developing content and creation of the Foundation Annual Report. Provide a timeline and schedule social content for Foundation events. Creating and posting social media content as a site administrator. Create fundraising materials for major gift solicitation unique to identified markets. Budgeting and planning Conduct an evaluation of each event annually to assess success and profitability. Develop and finalize budgets for assigned events for review by VPD and approval by Foundation BOD. Finalize actual revenues and expenses with Foundation Executive Assistant and Foundation Accountant. Management Work with the Volunteer Coordinator and VPD to identify volunteer needs for special events. Recruitment and management of event intern(s) Ability to address external groups to recruit and educate volunteers and committee members. Develop, manage and evaluate professional development of special event staff and interns. Professional Development Engage in job-related professional associations. Maintain active involvement in local AFP, PRSA, and AMA chapters. Attend Mental Health Marketing Conference and International AFP Conference as approved by VPD. Seek professional development opportunities to expand development and marketing skills. Compensation: Starting salary for this position is $65,725/yr based on relevant experience and education. Education/Knowledge: Must have abachelor's degree and a minimum of five years related experience withdemonstrated results in meeting fundraising/friend-raising goals and effectivemarketing strategies. Experience: Demonstratedhistory of working with committees,planning special events, setting fundraising goals, meeting or exceeding them,and working closely with volunteers on all levels with a demonstrated abilityto motivate to accomplish goals. Demonstratedability to develop, implement and execute strategic marketing plans, fromideation to execution, to build and maintain a consistent brand through variousmarketing channels. Strong written and verbal communication skills tocollaborate with key stakeholders, both internal and external. Physical: Ability to lift 50 lbs. and physically meet the demands oforganizing and delivering outdoor and indoor events. Valid driver's license. Pushing/pulling up to 150 lbs. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending,stooping, and reaching. Location: Knoxville, TN Apply today to work where we care about you as an employee and where your hard work makes a difference! Helen Ross McNabb Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Helen Ross McNabb Center conducts background checks, driver's license record, degree verification, and drug screens at hire. Employment is contingent upon clean drug screen, background check, and driving record. Additionally, certain programs are subject to TB Screening and/or testing. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. Compensation details: 5 Yearly Salary PIda53e02348f8-5900
03/04/2026
Full time
Assistant Director of Development & Foundation Events Help Others, Make a Difference, Save a Life. You have a lot of choices in where you work make the decision to work where you are valued! Join the McNabb Center Team as the Assistant Director of Development and & Foundation Events today! AssistantDirector of Development and Foundation Marketing Job Summary Accountable for the management and growth of assigned Foundation special events, major gifts in smaller markets, and Foundation specific marketing efforts. Responsibilities include meeting all fundraising/friend-raising goals and increasing awareness of the Helen Ross McNabb Foundation and related efforts through strategic marketing efforts to align with the mission of the McNabb Center. This job description is not intended to be all inclusive; and employee will also perform other reasonable related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. Moreover, management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, or working schedules based on their duty to accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Job Duties Development/Fundraising Work in a team approach, including staff and volunteers, to meet annual special event goals. Plan, organize, and successfully execute events, meeting participant, sponsorship, and revenue goals. Develop an annual calendar of events with specific dates and timelines for required tasks. Identify, develop and engage committee leadership to ensure a two-year continuity plan and retain 65% of volunteers on event committees each year. Evaluate the special event schedule and new event opportunities quarterly with VPD. Work with VPD to identify, develop, and successfully solicit major gift prospects in identified geographic markets, reviewing goals and progress quarterly. Work with VPD to identify, research, write and submit grant requests. Manage Hamblen County Advisory Board recruitment, meetings, speakers and ongoing activities. Develop Hamblen Annual Campaign with direction of VPD and CEO. Conduct annual Foundation staff campaign in assigned counties. Foundation Marketing Oversee marketing and communication plans for Foundation special events with the exception of Hamilton County. Create, manage and review all Foundation marketing materials to ensure brand cohesiveness. Materials to include print (sponsorship packets, signage, program, etc.) and digital (Foundation website updates, Constant Contact, auction site). Write and distribute press releases, serve as the media contact for Foundation event requests, and manage Foundation event video projects with the video production company. Work with Director of Community Relations when media opportunities around Foundation events overlay with Center programs or client interviews. Provide support as needed for Director of CR in developing content and creation of the Foundation Annual Report. Provide a timeline and schedule social content for Foundation events. Creating and posting social media content as a site administrator. Create fundraising materials for major gift solicitation unique to identified markets. Budgeting and planning Conduct an evaluation of each event annually to assess success and profitability. Develop and finalize budgets for assigned events for review by VPD and approval by Foundation BOD. Finalize actual revenues and expenses with Foundation Executive Assistant and Foundation Accountant. Management Work with the Volunteer Coordinator and VPD to identify volunteer needs for special events. Recruitment and management of event intern(s) Ability to address external groups to recruit and educate volunteers and committee members. Develop, manage and evaluate professional development of special event staff and interns. Professional Development Engage in job-related professional associations. Maintain active involvement in local AFP, PRSA, and AMA chapters. Attend Mental Health Marketing Conference and International AFP Conference as approved by VPD. Seek professional development opportunities to expand development and marketing skills. Compensation: Starting salary for this position is $65,725/yr based on relevant experience and education. Education/Knowledge: Must have abachelor's degree and a minimum of five years related experience withdemonstrated results in meeting fundraising/friend-raising goals and effectivemarketing strategies. Experience: Demonstratedhistory of working with committees,planning special events, setting fundraising goals, meeting or exceeding them,and working closely with volunteers on all levels with a demonstrated abilityto motivate to accomplish goals. Demonstratedability to develop, implement and execute strategic marketing plans, fromideation to execution, to build and maintain a consistent brand through variousmarketing channels. Strong written and verbal communication skills tocollaborate with key stakeholders, both internal and external. Physical: Ability to lift 50 lbs. and physically meet the demands oforganizing and delivering outdoor and indoor events. Valid driver's license. Pushing/pulling up to 150 lbs. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending,stooping, and reaching. Location: Knoxville, TN Apply today to work where we care about you as an employee and where your hard work makes a difference! Helen Ross McNabb Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Helen Ross McNabb Center conducts background checks, driver's license record, degree verification, and drug screens at hire. Employment is contingent upon clean drug screen, background check, and driving record. Additionally, certain programs are subject to TB Screening and/or testing. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. Compensation details: 5 Yearly Salary PIda53e02348f8-5900
Residential Meal Prepper Help Others, Make a Difference, Save a Life. Do you want to make a difference in people's lives every day? Or help people navigate the tough spots in their life? And do it all while working where your hard work is appreciated? You have a lot of choices in where you work make the decision to work where you are valued! Join the McNabb Center Team as the Residential Meal Prepper today! The Residential Meal Prepper JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY Summary of role of team: The CenterPointe Meal Prepper will act as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, within an adult residential substance use treatment facility. This position must be able to initiate and maintain professional relationships and interact appropriately with a team of health practitioners. Summary of position: The CenterPointe Meal Prepper will be responsible for preparing lunch and dinner meals Monday - Friday. If needed, the cook will assist with cooking breakfast, lunch and dinner on the weekends. The cook will have to follow menus and fall within budget constraints. He/she will also complete ordering with vendors to ensure needed items are available for cooking needs, kitchen needs and/or the menu. The cook will also keep the Kitchen up to public and state standards. The kitchen will have to be cleaned and kept sanitary including the refrigerators, freezers, stoves, ovens, grill and the deep fryer. The cook will also maintain good relations with the food suppliers and with Second Harvest. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT This position will work in a residential treatment center for adults who suffer from substance use disorders, providing both medical detoxification and residential substance use treatment. The program operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; and employee will also perform other reasonably related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. Moreover, management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, or working schedules based on their duty to accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. 1. Staff will cook appetizing and nutritious meals for CenterPointe clients, CSU client and BHUCC clients. Lunch and Dinner will be served to all clients Monday-Friday in compliance with scheduled meal times. Breakfast will be cooked in addition to lunch and dinner every weekend in compliance with scheduled meal times. A four-week rotating scheduled menu plan will be prepared and followed on a weekly basis. Meals will be varied and follow nutritional guidelines including all the main food groups for all meals prepared daily. He/She will ensure enough food will be served at meal times with the same preparations and condiments for clients and staff. He/She will make weekly orders with vendors to ensure all menu items are available to be cooked. 2. Staff will communicate with the Supervisor regarding kitchen needs. Staff will communicate with supervisor with food order supply needs, equipment needs and/or cleaning needs. Residential Meal Prepper will direct any other needs to supervisor. 3. Good working relations with public vendors, food suppliers, will be maintained, as well with clients at all times. Food orders with supplier will be completed and submitted online every Monday by 4:00 pm EST. Phone contact with milk vendor will occur as needed. Staff will contact Trimark Strategic to order cleaning items needed for the dishwasher as needed (i.e. High Rinse Additive, Detergent). Staff will treat clients with a mutual respect at all times. 4. Sanitary kitchen conditions will be maintained at all times. The stoves will be deep cleaned at least x1 per week. The ovens will be cleaned at least x1 per week. The fryer will have old cooking oil dumped and new oil replaced at least x1 per week. The refrigerators and freezers will be cleaned and sanitized x1 per week. Kitchen staff will wipe clean counter tops walls and doors, cover appliances not in use, invert pots and pans. Dishwasher will be cleaned inside and out x1 time per week. Kitchen will be cleaned weekly in accordance with health standards without prompting from supervisor. 5. Food storage and handling as well as preparation of food will be done in compliance with health codes. Leftover food will be stored in containers or safely wrapped and refrigerated after each meal with the item and date labeled on the container/wrapping. Food servers will wear plastic protective gloves and hair nets when handling and serving food. Refrigeration temperatures will be checked and logged daily. Dates on foods will be checked weekly to ensure freshness weekly checks done by cooks. Old food will be thrown out when the date has expired. Cooks will monitor clients while in the kitchen to ensure they follow health guidelines and other program rules. Staff will handle and prepare and serve food in accordance with Public Safety Health Codes/Standards. 6. Staff will stay up to date on all HRMC training requirements. Staff will maintain their First Aid, CPR, and HWC, TB skin testing requirements yearly or as scheduled. Staff will attend mandatory staff trainings as scheduled. COMPENSATION: Starting salary for this position is approximately $17.88/hr based on relevant experience and education. Schedule: The schedule of this position is 40 hours per week Monday-Friday. Travel: This position does not require transportation of clients on a daily basis; however, the program may need this position to help transport for needs of the program. (Example delivery of food items). Maintaining a dependable vehicle and certified driver status is a condition of employment. Staff members may be required to provide transportation in their personal vehicle or company van. If staff members use of their vehicle for this purpose, they will be reimbursed mileage. F endorsement is required. Equipment/Technical Competency: This position requires the use of basic computer/electronic skills. Must be knowledgeable and able to utilize Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel). Equipment/Technology: This position does require computer skills for timekeeping, scheduling and use of electronic medical records entry, and familiarity with Microsoft Office Products(Word/Excel/Outlook). QUALIFICATIONS - Residential Meal Prepper Experience / Knowledge: Must have knowledge of nutritional needs, food ordering within budget parameters, food preparation, menu planning and awareness of sanitary food preparation and kitchen cleanliness. Education / License: Graduation from high school or the equivalent preferred. Physical/Emotional/Social - Skills/Abilities: Exposure to biological hazards. Hearing of normal and soft tones. Lifting up to 50 lbs. Pushing/pulling up to 150 lbs. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Staff will be required to work with gas ovens and stove, tabletop deep fry, industrial dishwasher. This position requires certification in and adequate implementation of verbal and physical de-escalation techniques that include a wide range of bodily movements including but not limited to grasping, holding another person, going down on knees, running and walking. Location: Knox County, Tennessee Apply today to work where we care about you as an employee and where your hard work makes a difference! Helen Ross McNabb Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Helen Ross McNabb Center conducts background checks, driver's license record, degree verification, and drug screens at hire. Employment is contingent upon clean drug screen, background check, and driving record. Additionally, certain programs are subject to TB Screening and/or testing. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. Compensation details: 17.88-17.88 Hourly Wage PIcd3a3f774fad-3793
03/04/2026
Full time
Residential Meal Prepper Help Others, Make a Difference, Save a Life. Do you want to make a difference in people's lives every day? Or help people navigate the tough spots in their life? And do it all while working where your hard work is appreciated? You have a lot of choices in where you work make the decision to work where you are valued! Join the McNabb Center Team as the Residential Meal Prepper today! The Residential Meal Prepper JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY Summary of role of team: The CenterPointe Meal Prepper will act as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, within an adult residential substance use treatment facility. This position must be able to initiate and maintain professional relationships and interact appropriately with a team of health practitioners. Summary of position: The CenterPointe Meal Prepper will be responsible for preparing lunch and dinner meals Monday - Friday. If needed, the cook will assist with cooking breakfast, lunch and dinner on the weekends. The cook will have to follow menus and fall within budget constraints. He/she will also complete ordering with vendors to ensure needed items are available for cooking needs, kitchen needs and/or the menu. The cook will also keep the Kitchen up to public and state standards. The kitchen will have to be cleaned and kept sanitary including the refrigerators, freezers, stoves, ovens, grill and the deep fryer. The cook will also maintain good relations with the food suppliers and with Second Harvest. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT This position will work in a residential treatment center for adults who suffer from substance use disorders, providing both medical detoxification and residential substance use treatment. The program operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; and employee will also perform other reasonably related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. Moreover, management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, or working schedules based on their duty to accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. 1. Staff will cook appetizing and nutritious meals for CenterPointe clients, CSU client and BHUCC clients. Lunch and Dinner will be served to all clients Monday-Friday in compliance with scheduled meal times. Breakfast will be cooked in addition to lunch and dinner every weekend in compliance with scheduled meal times. A four-week rotating scheduled menu plan will be prepared and followed on a weekly basis. Meals will be varied and follow nutritional guidelines including all the main food groups for all meals prepared daily. He/She will ensure enough food will be served at meal times with the same preparations and condiments for clients and staff. He/She will make weekly orders with vendors to ensure all menu items are available to be cooked. 2. Staff will communicate with the Supervisor regarding kitchen needs. Staff will communicate with supervisor with food order supply needs, equipment needs and/or cleaning needs. Residential Meal Prepper will direct any other needs to supervisor. 3. Good working relations with public vendors, food suppliers, will be maintained, as well with clients at all times. Food orders with supplier will be completed and submitted online every Monday by 4:00 pm EST. Phone contact with milk vendor will occur as needed. Staff will contact Trimark Strategic to order cleaning items needed for the dishwasher as needed (i.e. High Rinse Additive, Detergent). Staff will treat clients with a mutual respect at all times. 4. Sanitary kitchen conditions will be maintained at all times. The stoves will be deep cleaned at least x1 per week. The ovens will be cleaned at least x1 per week. The fryer will have old cooking oil dumped and new oil replaced at least x1 per week. The refrigerators and freezers will be cleaned and sanitized x1 per week. Kitchen staff will wipe clean counter tops walls and doors, cover appliances not in use, invert pots and pans. Dishwasher will be cleaned inside and out x1 time per week. Kitchen will be cleaned weekly in accordance with health standards without prompting from supervisor. 5. Food storage and handling as well as preparation of food will be done in compliance with health codes. Leftover food will be stored in containers or safely wrapped and refrigerated after each meal with the item and date labeled on the container/wrapping. Food servers will wear plastic protective gloves and hair nets when handling and serving food. Refrigeration temperatures will be checked and logged daily. Dates on foods will be checked weekly to ensure freshness weekly checks done by cooks. Old food will be thrown out when the date has expired. Cooks will monitor clients while in the kitchen to ensure they follow health guidelines and other program rules. Staff will handle and prepare and serve food in accordance with Public Safety Health Codes/Standards. 6. Staff will stay up to date on all HRMC training requirements. Staff will maintain their First Aid, CPR, and HWC, TB skin testing requirements yearly or as scheduled. Staff will attend mandatory staff trainings as scheduled. COMPENSATION: Starting salary for this position is approximately $17.88/hr based on relevant experience and education. Schedule: The schedule of this position is 40 hours per week Monday-Friday. Travel: This position does not require transportation of clients on a daily basis; however, the program may need this position to help transport for needs of the program. (Example delivery of food items). Maintaining a dependable vehicle and certified driver status is a condition of employment. Staff members may be required to provide transportation in their personal vehicle or company van. If staff members use of their vehicle for this purpose, they will be reimbursed mileage. F endorsement is required. Equipment/Technical Competency: This position requires the use of basic computer/electronic skills. Must be knowledgeable and able to utilize Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel). Equipment/Technology: This position does require computer skills for timekeeping, scheduling and use of electronic medical records entry, and familiarity with Microsoft Office Products(Word/Excel/Outlook). QUALIFICATIONS - Residential Meal Prepper Experience / Knowledge: Must have knowledge of nutritional needs, food ordering within budget parameters, food preparation, menu planning and awareness of sanitary food preparation and kitchen cleanliness. Education / License: Graduation from high school or the equivalent preferred. Physical/Emotional/Social - Skills/Abilities: Exposure to biological hazards. Hearing of normal and soft tones. Lifting up to 50 lbs. Pushing/pulling up to 150 lbs. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Staff will be required to work with gas ovens and stove, tabletop deep fry, industrial dishwasher. This position requires certification in and adequate implementation of verbal and physical de-escalation techniques that include a wide range of bodily movements including but not limited to grasping, holding another person, going down on knees, running and walking. Location: Knox County, Tennessee Apply today to work where we care about you as an employee and where your hard work makes a difference! Helen Ross McNabb Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Helen Ross McNabb Center conducts background checks, driver's license record, degree verification, and drug screens at hire. Employment is contingent upon clean drug screen, background check, and driving record. Additionally, certain programs are subject to TB Screening and/or testing. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. Compensation details: 17.88-17.88 Hourly Wage PIcd3a3f774fad-3793