Blount Substance Use Treatment MA Program Coor 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 Blount Substance Use Treatment MA Program Coordinator today! The Blount Substance Use Treatment MA Program Coordinator JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY Summary of role of team: The Blount County Substance Use Residential Master's Level Program Coordinator will act as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, providing administrative and programmatic oversight to clients within an adult residential substance use treatment facility. This position must be able to initiate and maintain professional and clinical relationships and interact appropriately with a team of health practitioners. Summary of position: The Blount County Substance Use Residential Master's Level Program Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day operations of residential services ensuring client care that promotes quality clinical outcomes and supports recovery. The Residential Program Coordinator oversees administrative and programmatic function of the program. They ensure contract reporting and compliance in the assigned programs per McNabb Center's Policy and Procedure requirements. The Residential Program Coordinator is responsible for providing direct supervision of team leaders, master's level clinician, residential counselors, and meal prepper. The Residential Program Coordinator ensures coverage for program vacancies and is able to perform front line duties as needed. They also participate in an on-call rotation for administrative and programmatic emergencies. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT This position will work in a residential treatment center for adults who suffer from substance use disorders, providing 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. Program Responsibility Works in a multi-disciplinary team approach to meet clinical needs of individuals suffering from substance use disorders/co-occurring disorders. Completes all required documentation in accordance with Center Policy and Procedure and funding source guidelines. Assists with monitoring the effectiveness of treatment and quality outcomes for program (i.e. satisfaction surveys, follow-ups upon discharge). Oversees daily program operation for clients and direct care staff members assigning/managing daily schedule and covers as needed for program, this includes after hours, weekends and holidays since programs in this division are 24/7. Ensures that all monthly inspections, monthly fire drills and quarterly EAP procedures are completed and documented per company policy. Oversees monthly schedules for team leaders, residential counselors which adhere to ratio requirements per policy and funding sources. Participates in a weekly on-call rotation for administrative and programmatic emergencies. Ensures that P-Card reconciliation of receipts is completed within company deadlines. Responds to all emails, voicemails, text messages and crisis calls within appropriate time frames. Other job duties as assigned by supervisor. 2. Supervision/Management Provides direct supervision of program staff to ensure that appropriate programmatic and clinical services are provided to clients. Schedules and facilities monthly all-staff meetings, which include trainings/education for staff members. Provides guidance and/or training to all Blount County Substance Use Residential staff on clinical issues as needed, individually or as a group. Attends weekly Management/Leadership team meetings as scheduled without tardiness. Participates in and/or delegates participation in daily treatment teams to ensure that programmatic concerns with clients are addressed and information is coordinated among all programmatic sections. Ensures that documentation is being completed appropriately and accurately by program staff (ASAM, notes, etc.) in both the electronic medical record and TNWITS system. Fills vacancies in a timely manner with qualified candidates ensuring limited interruption of service delivery. Supervises staff on a regular basis, either in a group or individual format, and completes the necessary documentation of these meetings per McNabb supervision guidelines to capture issues and strengths of staff members discussed. Identifies staff issues and addresses promptly as evidenced by the utilization of progressive disciplinary procedures and discussion with supervisor as needed. Completes annual evaluations on staff members, highlighting strengths, weakness and goals for professional development. Foster professional growth and development of staff through the identification of leadership potential and training opportunities. Facilitates a peer review process of client records to ensure compliance of with documentation. 3. Community Outreach Represents the Center in the community in a positive and professional manner as evidenced by good working relationships (satisfaction survey, referrals, and complaints). Participates in community outreach activities to promote program visibility as needed or upon invitation. 4. Professional Development Will develop a professional development plan with supervisor in yearly evaluations with performance goals. Explore continuing education opportunities to expand clinical skills regarding interventions, education, etc. and request approval to attend trainings. Complete all Relias training modules and stay current with all staff trainings. COMPENSATION: Starting salary for this position is approximately $64,213 /yr based on relevant experience and education. Schedule: The schedule of this position is normally Monday- Friday, 40 hours per week, with varying start and end times as needed. Days and shifts worked can vary based on client and/or programmatic needs and requirements of program. This position is residential, which requires working holidays and the position is expected to participate in an on-call rotation. This on-call rotation could involve weekend and after hours work. Travel: This position does not require transportation of clients on a daily basis; however, the program may need this position to help transport for emergencies and/or need of the clients/program. 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 - Blount Substance Use Treatment MA Program Coordinator Experience / Knowledge: Minimum of two years supervisory experience in the social work and addictions field and/or behavioral health and criminal justice setting required. Knowledge of substance use and mental health recovery, including co-occurring disorders are essential. Ability to demonstrate compassion, apply screening, assessment, intake and other related substance use treatment counseling skills with all variety of populations served including criminal justice involved and potential court-ordered and/or high profile individuals. Extensive experience working with co-occurring disorders individual, group and/or family therapy is preferred. Familiarity with motivational interviewing and stages of change, including stage-wise interventions are essential. Education / License: Must have Master's degree in Human services or related field, with course work or experience in the areas of cultural diversity, human development, etiology and treatment of mental illness, alcohol and drug abuse, physical and sexual abuse, suicide, and intellectual disability. Professional license preferred. Must be well versed and knowledgeable regarding the delivery of services in a co-occurring residential treatment environment click apply for full job details
05/02/2026
Full time
Blount Substance Use Treatment MA Program Coor 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 Blount Substance Use Treatment MA Program Coordinator today! The Blount Substance Use Treatment MA Program Coordinator JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY Summary of role of team: The Blount County Substance Use Residential Master's Level Program Coordinator will act as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, providing administrative and programmatic oversight to clients within an adult residential substance use treatment facility. This position must be able to initiate and maintain professional and clinical relationships and interact appropriately with a team of health practitioners. Summary of position: The Blount County Substance Use Residential Master's Level Program Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day operations of residential services ensuring client care that promotes quality clinical outcomes and supports recovery. The Residential Program Coordinator oversees administrative and programmatic function of the program. They ensure contract reporting and compliance in the assigned programs per McNabb Center's Policy and Procedure requirements. The Residential Program Coordinator is responsible for providing direct supervision of team leaders, master's level clinician, residential counselors, and meal prepper. The Residential Program Coordinator ensures coverage for program vacancies and is able to perform front line duties as needed. They also participate in an on-call rotation for administrative and programmatic emergencies. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT This position will work in a residential treatment center for adults who suffer from substance use disorders, providing 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. Program Responsibility Works in a multi-disciplinary team approach to meet clinical needs of individuals suffering from substance use disorders/co-occurring disorders. Completes all required documentation in accordance with Center Policy and Procedure and funding source guidelines. Assists with monitoring the effectiveness of treatment and quality outcomes for program (i.e. satisfaction surveys, follow-ups upon discharge). Oversees daily program operation for clients and direct care staff members assigning/managing daily schedule and covers as needed for program, this includes after hours, weekends and holidays since programs in this division are 24/7. Ensures that all monthly inspections, monthly fire drills and quarterly EAP procedures are completed and documented per company policy. Oversees monthly schedules for team leaders, residential counselors which adhere to ratio requirements per policy and funding sources. Participates in a weekly on-call rotation for administrative and programmatic emergencies. Ensures that P-Card reconciliation of receipts is completed within company deadlines. Responds to all emails, voicemails, text messages and crisis calls within appropriate time frames. Other job duties as assigned by supervisor. 2. Supervision/Management Provides direct supervision of program staff to ensure that appropriate programmatic and clinical services are provided to clients. Schedules and facilities monthly all-staff meetings, which include trainings/education for staff members. Provides guidance and/or training to all Blount County Substance Use Residential staff on clinical issues as needed, individually or as a group. Attends weekly Management/Leadership team meetings as scheduled without tardiness. Participates in and/or delegates participation in daily treatment teams to ensure that programmatic concerns with clients are addressed and information is coordinated among all programmatic sections. Ensures that documentation is being completed appropriately and accurately by program staff (ASAM, notes, etc.) in both the electronic medical record and TNWITS system. Fills vacancies in a timely manner with qualified candidates ensuring limited interruption of service delivery. Supervises staff on a regular basis, either in a group or individual format, and completes the necessary documentation of these meetings per McNabb supervision guidelines to capture issues and strengths of staff members discussed. Identifies staff issues and addresses promptly as evidenced by the utilization of progressive disciplinary procedures and discussion with supervisor as needed. Completes annual evaluations on staff members, highlighting strengths, weakness and goals for professional development. Foster professional growth and development of staff through the identification of leadership potential and training opportunities. Facilitates a peer review process of client records to ensure compliance of with documentation. 3. Community Outreach Represents the Center in the community in a positive and professional manner as evidenced by good working relationships (satisfaction survey, referrals, and complaints). Participates in community outreach activities to promote program visibility as needed or upon invitation. 4. Professional Development Will develop a professional development plan with supervisor in yearly evaluations with performance goals. Explore continuing education opportunities to expand clinical skills regarding interventions, education, etc. and request approval to attend trainings. Complete all Relias training modules and stay current with all staff trainings. COMPENSATION: Starting salary for this position is approximately $64,213 /yr based on relevant experience and education. Schedule: The schedule of this position is normally Monday- Friday, 40 hours per week, with varying start and end times as needed. Days and shifts worked can vary based on client and/or programmatic needs and requirements of program. This position is residential, which requires working holidays and the position is expected to participate in an on-call rotation. This on-call rotation could involve weekend and after hours work. Travel: This position does not require transportation of clients on a daily basis; however, the program may need this position to help transport for emergencies and/or need of the clients/program. 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 - Blount Substance Use Treatment MA Program Coordinator Experience / Knowledge: Minimum of two years supervisory experience in the social work and addictions field and/or behavioral health and criminal justice setting required. Knowledge of substance use and mental health recovery, including co-occurring disorders are essential. Ability to demonstrate compassion, apply screening, assessment, intake and other related substance use treatment counseling skills with all variety of populations served including criminal justice involved and potential court-ordered and/or high profile individuals. Extensive experience working with co-occurring disorders individual, group and/or family therapy is preferred. Familiarity with motivational interviewing and stages of change, including stage-wise interventions are essential. Education / License: Must have Master's degree in Human services or related field, with course work or experience in the areas of cultural diversity, human development, etiology and treatment of mental illness, alcohol and drug abuse, physical and sexual abuse, suicide, and intellectual disability. Professional license preferred. Must be well versed and knowledgeable regarding the delivery of services in a co-occurring residential treatment environment click apply for full job details
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. PIe4a35e33b5b1-9830
05/02/2026
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. PIe4a35e33b5b1-9830
Blount Substance Use Treatment 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 Blount Substance Use Treatment Meal Prepper today! The Blount Substance Use Treatment Meal Prepper JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY Summary of role of team : The Blount Substance Use Treatment 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 Blount Substance Use Treatment Meal Prepper will be responsible for preparing breakfast, 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. They 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 dishes, refrigerators, freezers, stoves, ovens, grill and 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 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 Substance Use Residential clients. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner will be served to all clients Monday-Friday in compliance with scheduled meal times. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be prepped for the 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. Meal Prepper will ensure enough food will be served at meal times with the same preparations and condiments for clients and staff. Meal Prepper 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. Maintain 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 by required deadline. Phone contact with food vendors will occur as needed. Staff will contact cleaning vendor to order cleaning items needed for the kitchen as needed. 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 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. Dishes will be kept clean and organized daily. 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 - Blount Substance Use Treatment 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 : 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: Blount 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. PI73baecebd5-
05/02/2026
Full time
Blount Substance Use Treatment 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 Blount Substance Use Treatment Meal Prepper today! The Blount Substance Use Treatment Meal Prepper JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY Summary of role of team : The Blount Substance Use Treatment 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 Blount Substance Use Treatment Meal Prepper will be responsible for preparing breakfast, 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. They 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 dishes, refrigerators, freezers, stoves, ovens, grill and 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 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 Substance Use Residential clients. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner will be served to all clients Monday-Friday in compliance with scheduled meal times. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be prepped for the 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. Meal Prepper will ensure enough food will be served at meal times with the same preparations and condiments for clients and staff. Meal Prepper 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. Maintain 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 by required deadline. Phone contact with food vendors will occur as needed. Staff will contact cleaning vendor to order cleaning items needed for the kitchen as needed. 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 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. Dishes will be kept clean and organized daily. 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 - Blount Substance Use Treatment 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 : 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: Blount 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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