Cook (Secure Youth Residential Facility)

Job Description

About the Role

Spectrum Juvenile Justice Services is seeking dedicated candidates to provide top-notch food service to the youth in our highly secure juvenile detention facility for young men and youth between the ages of 12 and 20. This position assists in preparing meals for residents and staff and plans and prepares special diets as required.

Follows best practices and ensures compliance with Department of Health standards for cleanliness. This routine work involves preparing meals for a moderate number of people. This person must be able to plan and prepare special diets as requested.

What we offer

Monthly Attendance bonuses

Quarterly Bonus Program

Blue Care Network Medical,

BCBS Dental and Vision benefits are available

403(b) with employer match

$25,000 Life Insurance

Comprehensive EAP program

Paid time off

Short-term disability

Employee discount program

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma

A food handler certificate is highly preferred

Valid and unrestricted Michigan Driver's License

Must be 21 years of age or older

Must complete physical exam & TB test

DHHS Central Registry Clearance

National Sex Offender Registry Clearance

Job Characteristics

Full-time

Afternoons, Nights, and weekend schedules available

Scheduled 4-day weekend every 3rd week.

Must complete background and medical clearance, including drug screen

Located in Highland Park, Michigan

Our Approach

We at Spectrum believe dignity and respect are simple human gifts that belong to everyone. Since 1976, Spectrum has worked to strengthen children, families, and communities across Michigan.

Spectrum Juvenile Justice Services utilizes the Forward Focused Treatment Model©, the first evidence-based clinical treatment program developed for adolescents with serious offending behaviors. The cognitive-behavioral treatment model is based on current research in adolescent brain development and juvenile justice treatment and includes trauma-focused assessment and treatment. Treatment is guided by a developmentally informed conceptualization of each youth’s risks and needs and utilizes a multimodal and multi-pronged approach.