J-Town Clubhouse Assistant | Full time | Jackson MI

Job Description

Job Description

Clubhouse Generalist - (Psychosocial Rehabilitation) / J-town Clubhouse/ Full time (40) / Days/ Jackson MI

Make a real impact – help someone build independence while building a career, you’re proud of.

All Clubhouse staff maintain a Generalist role. All clubhouse workforce members share employment, housing, evening and weekend, holiday and unit responsibilities. Clubhouse workforce do not divide their time between Clubhouse and other major work responsibilities that conflict with the unique nature of member/staff relationship.

The Clubhouse Generalists work side-by-side with members doing all unit tasks. Program participants are perceived as “members” rather than “clients” or “patients”, and staff work to maintain an informal setting to reduce the psychological distance between themselves and members. The Clubhouse Generalists understands that program participants are perceived as “members” rather than “clients” or “patients”, and they work to maintain an informal setting to reduce the psychological distance between  clubhouse workforce and members.  Continually encourage members to assume productive roles both within the psychosocial club facility, and in the broader community, which is viewed as an integral part of the total psychosocial rehabilitation setting.  Provides members support through working to maintain a flexible, varied program of vocational, educational, and recreational activities.  Actively involved with the development of Transitional Employment and Supported Employment placements in the community and actively involved with their sustainability. This position promotes recovery-based, person-centered, and culturally competent practices.

Why a Clubhouse Generalist at Hope…

• Work in close collaboration with staff team and members, as well as, individually to meet goals, promote a positive work environment, and advance the quality of services provided to members of the Clubhouse.
• Actively engage members, work with, and alongside members in the work-ordered day, to identify needs in the unit and Clubhouse, to assist members in planning out a full day’s worth of work and ensure those needs are met, plan activities and perform tasks associated with true clubhouse units.
• These tasks include meal preparation, administrative planning, clerical responsibilities, store and/or snack operations, and building maintenance. 
• Make certain the case manager and other clubhouse personnel evaluate the effectiveness of Treatment Plan goals and interventions, and make recommendations concerning amendments, as needed.
• Ensure unit work is completed even if members are unwilling to assist. 
• Ensure personnel identify and encourage the skills, talents, creative ideas, and efforts of each member each day. –
• Participate in social/recreational activities on some weekends, evenings, and holidays. 
• Serve as an advisor, advocate, and resource for a caseload of members.
• Support member’s goals to find meaningful work outside the Clubhouse through Supported, Transitional or Independent Employment. –
• Assist with vocational skill building, completing applications, interviewing, job development, job coaching and follow along supports. –
• Participate in outreach activities aimed at achieving a minimum of 40% of total membership attendance daily 

What we’re looking for…

• You are passionate about serving others.
• You are helpful and professional with internal and external customers.
• You enjoy working independently and as part of a team.
• You act as a positive role model and coach for others.

What you’ll bring…

Required

• High School Diploma or GED 
• Personable, positive, and enthusiastic attitude, with capability to deal effectively with people (internal and external).
• Valid State of Michigan driver’s license.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. –
• Commitment to assigned duties and performance expectations –
• Possess basic computer skills

Preferred

• Associates Degree  or Bachelors degree 
• Two years of Mental Health experience 
• One year Clubhouse and/or Community Mental Health experience

Top Benefits

We’re proud to offer a robust and meaningful benefits package to support your career growth and overall well-being:

• Starting Pay: $15.00 + depending on education and experience
• Medical, Vision, & Dental Care depending on full or part time status.
• 401(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Educational Reimbursement
• Career-Pathing
• Paid Training
• Employee Referral Bonus

   

Why Join Our Team?

Not your average Job.  Not your average impact.

At Hope Network your not just filling a role , you're showing up for someone who needs consistency, encouragement, and support.  Every day looks different, but thing stay the same: what you do matters.

Our teams are built on trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to those we serve.  We believe no hum is more valuable than the next - and the work you do here truly matters

Apply today and start making a difference