Devereux·Goleta, California
Provide direct support and hygiene care to adults with developmental disabilities and autism spectrum disorders in a residential setting. Implement treatment plans using positive reinforcement and assist individuals with daily living activities and community outings.
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Being a Cook at Devereux has its Advantages!
We offer: A fun, fast-paced, and supportive environment Quality Low-Cost Benefits after 30 days of hire, including medical and dental, plus student loan debt assistance and tuition reimbursement (learn more at benefits.devereux.org) Tuition Assistance and Student Loan assistance through our Program, ASCEND Devereux is one of the largest and most advanced behavioral healthcare organizations in the country.
Nestled near the beaches between the Pacific Coast and Santa Ynez mountains, Devereux California is a therapeutic behavioral health treatment facility offering residential services, community living, day programs, and clinical services for adults with multiple diagnoses, including autistic spectrum disorders, emotional and/or behavioral differences, intellectual and developmental disabilities, dementia and other cognitive disorders.
As a Cook, you will prepare all food items, manage food services operations, and ensure that the food service area remains clean, orderly and sanitized in an institutional setting.
You will follow federal and state guidelines in the planning, preparing and serving of meals to individuals served.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Preparing, serving, and transporting meals Maintaining a clean and orderly kitchen Ensuring all dishes and utensils are clean Following a planned menu with special dietary needs outlined by a dietitian This is a FT position in Goleta, CA The schedule is 9am-5:30pm with some flexibility Compensation is $21-23/hr DOE #sponsored
Education: High School Diploma required. Must possess or be willing to obtain food safety certification.
Requires a high school diploma and at least one year of experience in direct care for individuals with developmental disabilities. Candidates must obtain DSP and RBT certifications within specified timeframes and possess a valid driver's license.
Market context
In California, behavioral-health roles tied to substance use disorder counseling and case management are typically supported by ongoing community and treatment-program demand. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, at least 2 years of SUD counseling or case management experience, and current Registered or Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor status. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and note that professional development and paid continuing education are listed as benefits.