Household Specialist

The Household Specialist is responsible for coordinating food and meal preparation, planning consumer chore schedules, and maintaining the cleanliness of communal areas. This position requires strong organizational and communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Prepare all meals under the direction of the Program Manager and Assistant Program Supervisor.
• Plan and write house menus, ensuring they are followed and posted in designated areas.
• Estimate food consumption and requirements, determining type and quantity of foods to be prepared.
• Shop for all food supplies on a weekly basis in a fiscally responsible manner.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen area, refrigerators, and freezers.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is in proper working condition.
• Assume responsibility for planning special functions with the Program Director and Program Coordinator.
• Participate in the development of individual service plans related to housekeeping, nutrition, and cooking.
• Consistently assess, teach, evaluate, and supervise residents' skills in daily living, meal planning, and housekeeping.
• Meet with consumers to prepare individual apartment chore schedules.
• Perform daily progress notes, log book entries, and other related paperwork.
• Monitor kitchen, housekeeping, and linen supplies for residents and keep supervisor informed of needs.
• Review emergency procedures with residents on a regular basis.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2-3 years of work experience.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Knowledge of basic principles and methods of food preparation and food ordering.
• Knowledge of good sanitation and hygiene.
• Knowledge of menus and how to plan varied menus.
• Knowledge of good food portions and weights.
• Knowledge of nutrition and some knowledge of special diet planning.
• Numerical ability to estimate food requirements and portions.
• Ability to organize kitchen and storerooms.
• Motivation, interest, and ability to provide service for people who have mental illness.
• Ability to take direction.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to drive agency vehicles.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations preferred.
• Housekeeping experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Strong collaborating skills, and an ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with frequent deadlines; high energy, self-motivated and proactive.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and be flexible with regard to workload and assignments.
• Ability to exercise judgment.