Job Description

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. For more information, please visit

Prepare meals for youth, visitors, and staff on duty three times per day and prepare evening snack for the youth. Prepare meals for special functions. Supervise and instruct youth in the preparation of meals using approved techniques and following established menus. Serve and supervise youth in the service of meals. Maintain safety and security while participating and/or supervising the youth in all phases of food services including but not exclusive to sanitation, use of equipment, following instructions, cooking, serving, clean-up, and maintenance of the kitchen dining area. Process all Department of Education paperwork regarding school meal reimbursements, self-audits, nutritional analyses, and menu reports as needed. Maintain inventories of all food, chemicals, and other items used throughout the facility. Order and distribute food items as needed.

Perform laundry functions for the facility. Supervise and instruct youth in the process of laundering youth clothes and bedding, as well as cleaning facility designated areas. Maintain safety and security while performing and/or supervising youth completing cleaning and laundry duties.

To be considered for this position you must:

• Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
• Relevant experience and/or education referred to in supplemental questions must be documented in resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
• Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
• Attach a cover letter.
• Attach a copy of an official transcript(s) if applicable. We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar\'s signature.

Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here:

Required Education and Experience

Education

Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.

Experience

Youth Aide 6

No specific type or amount is required.

Youth Aide 7

One year of experience equivalent to a Youth Aide 6.

Youth Aide E8

Two years of experience equivalent to a Youth Aide, including one year equivalent to a Youth Aide 7.

Additional Requirements and Information

This position is being filled as limited term assignment. Limited term assignments may have the potential to become permanent but there is no guarantee.

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

• This position are located at the Bay Pines Center, 2425 N 30th St, Escanaba, MI 49829 The selected incumbents will be required to physically report to this office. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.

As a Condition of Employment: Some positions within this class series are assigned job duties that may require possession of the Commercial Driver\'s License (CDL) issued by the Secretary of State as required by Public Act 346 of 1988 to operate a designated state vehicle.

The Department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Questions related to this position may be directed to Ellicia Thomas at

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