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Join Our Team at the Mansfield Juvenile Treatment Center – Where Opportunity Meets Purpose

Mansfield Juvenile Treatment Center (MJTC) is a 40-bed, all-boys program located on 236 acres at the foot of the stunning Poteau Mountains, offering breathtaking lakeview sunsets and fresh mountain air. Our center is dedicated to providing a safe, supportive environment where students can thrive and achieve their full potential. At MJTC, we offer more than just a job – we offer a chance to make a real difference.

Our comprehensive training programs for staff empower individuals to promote a well‑rounded, normalized high school experience for our students, while fostering an environment of growth, positive change, and achievement. We welcome individuals who are passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of youth. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the field, MJTC offers a dynamic work environment where you can grow, learn, and contribute to positive change.

Come as you are and help us create lasting change in the lives of the students we serve – all while working in a beautiful, scenic setting.

Pay: $16.00 per hour based on education and experience.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision and Company paid Life Insurance within 90 days
• 401k match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment
• Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues
• more!

As a Cook, you will ensure that healthy and tasty food is prepared and served to the youth and staff on‑site, help maintain the cleanliness and safety of the kitchen and dining area, as well as being an active team player within the department. Training will be provided, however if you have related experience and/or Serv Safe certification, you may be eligible to start above entry‑level.

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Be at least 21 years of age
• Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug, physical, and TB test
• Be able to pass a search of the child and adult abuse central registry.

• Full‑Time and Part‑Time Available
• Schedule will vary with rotating weekends off

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• Team Player:
  Works well as a member of a group
• Leader:
  Inspires teammates to follow them
• Detail Oriented:
  Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

• Self‑Starter:
  Inspired to perform without outside help
• Goal Completion:
  Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Flexibility:
  Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

• High School or better.

• Large Scale Food Preparation;
  Cafeteria Style Food Service;
  National School Lunch Program Experience Preferred

• Serv Safe

After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Cook, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe, and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self‑fulfillment.

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