Temporary Residential Cook

Stars Behavioral Health Group; Joshua Tree (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Vacation & holidays

Employer-paid benefits (medical,Dental

Vision coverage

CEU opportunities

Career development

BBS supervision hours for AMFT/ACSW/AP

Job summary

Stars Behavioral Health Group is seeking a temporary residential cook in Joshua Tree, CA. The role involves preparing meals for residents in a crisis residential treatment program and supporting daily living activities under supervision.

The position offers AM shift hours, on-site at Joshua Tree, with 18.00–21.00 USD per hour, and includes on-the-job training and potential paid CEU opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of full-time experience providing non-professional services within a mental health, healthcare, or social service agency.
• Preferred: one year of dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or related medical setting, including knowledge of therapeutic diet preparation.
• Must possess a valid California Driver's License and a current ServSafe Food Handler Certification.

Responsibilities

• Coaching clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs); preparing meals and snacks; shopping for food and other life skills.
• Assist with and supervise meal preparation following applicable standards and regulations.
• Help with client laundry, household cleaning and other tasks to keep the facility clean and safe.

Skills

Meal preparation

ADL coaching

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Food Handler Certification

Job description

Partner with us in making a positive change! Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.

Job Title: Temporary Residential Cook Division/Program: Joshua Tree: Morongo Oasis Crisis Residential Treatment Starting Compensation: 18.00 - 21.00 USD Per Hour Working Location: Joshua Tree, CA Working Hours/Shift: 8 Hour AM Shift 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM (rotating schedule)

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
• Professional Growth Opportunities: On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
• Career development programs designed to help you grow.
• Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
• Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication

What You Bring to SBHG (Qualifications):

• Education and Experience: Must be at least 18 years of age with a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Required Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of full-time experience providing non-professional services within a mental health, healthcare, or social service agency.
• Preferred Experience: One (1) year of dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or related medical setting, including knowledge of therapeutic diet preparation.
• Certifications & Licensure: Must possess a valid California Driver's License and a current ServSafe Food Handler Certification. Meet agency driver eligibility criteria Physical Requirement: Must be able to physically lift and carry food service supplies and equipment without restriction.
• Physical Requirement: Must be able to physically lift and carry food service supplies and equipment without restriction.

How you will make a difference:

This position has primary responsibility for coaching clients with their Activities of Daily Living (ADLs); preparing meals, and snacks, shopping for food, and other various life skills. Assist with and supervise meal preparation by current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations. Ensure that all safety regulations are followed and the facilities are maintained safely and cleanly. Assist with client laundry, household cleaning and other tasks as needed. This position performs a variety of tasks to ensure that the facility is in a clean, orderly, sanitary and attractive condition.

Division/Program Overview:

• Program: The Crisis Residential Treatment (CRT) is a short-term voluntary residential facility.
• Population Served: Designed to help adult residents, ages 18-59, who experience a psychiatric crisis to safely stabilize, recover, and transition back to community.
• Facility & Setting: Short-term voluntary residential facility, 24/7
• Program Clinical Services: Therapeutic and mental health services, Medication evaluation and support services, Crisis intervention
• Length of Stay: Short-term
• Skills & Transition: Pre-vocational or vocational counseling, transition back to community
• Skills & Services: Rehabilitation/recovery services, including substance use rehabilitation services, Daily exercise and health/wellness education

Learn more about SBHG at: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/

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Join an organization dedicated to improving lives and supporting those facing mental health and behavioral challenges. At Stars Behavioral Health Group, we are seeking passionate professionals ready to make a lasting, positive impact on children, youth, families, and adults across California. As a leading statewide provider, SBHG brings together over 2,000 professionals across 70+ specialized programs and 60+ locations, delivering compassionate care to more than 40,000 individuals each year.We are committed to diversity as we believe exceptional care begins with a diverse team. SBHG is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates LGBTQ+, cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity across every level of our organization.