Clubhouse Counselor

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• Function as an advisor for Clubhouse members. Assess, develop, and implement Action Plans with members in the work area of their choice.
• Promote a supportive and empowering services environment in which members learn to advocate for themselves, make their own choices, take risks, and assume additional responsibilities.
• Communicate and reinforce the Clubhouse culture and philosophy to the membership as well other involved providers, community resources, and employer partners. In partnership with membership and staff, develop, implement, and support all Clubhouse policies and procedures.
• As a Clubhouse generalist, provide support to Clubhouse members in all work areas: teach, coach, facilitate, and support (instruction, assistance, modeling, and reinforcement) skill development for all work area members. Provide meaningful work opportunities within the work area and encourage membership participation in all work area activities. May plan, implement, and evaluate the effectiveness of work area services.
• Maintain program records for members to meet the standards set forward by the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health for Clubhouse Documentation. Support Clubhouse members in documenting progress on their Action Plan if they choose to do so.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with local employers for the Transitional Employment and Supported Employment models. Provide education and support to employer as needed and as agreed upon by persons served.
• In partnership with member, assess vocational skills and interests on an ongoing basis using background information, past work experience and practical applications. Educate membership about employment opportunities.
• Assist members with job development and job search activities consistent with best practice and the needs and interest of members.
• Provide coaching, training, and support to individual members at Clubhouse and at community job sites, to ensure their success in Transitional, Supported, and Independent Employment efforts. Supports might include travel training, social skills, vocational skill training, etc. Work with other members and Clubhouse staff to provide employment support.
• Perform placement management duties for the Transitional Employment Program. Duties include training, scheduling monitoring, absence coverage, and maintaining relationships with community partners.
• Provide or arrange for benefits counseling for Clubhouse members.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community vocational resources and service providers (i.e. Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission, One Stop Centers, Employment Collaborative, Chamber of Commerce, etc.) in order to develop employment opportunities for members as well as to coordinate employment services.
• Attend training and conferences relating to performance enhancement and professional growth. Participate in staff meetings, training, and supervision. Provide assistance in the orientation of new staff and members. Maintain on-going communication with supervisor and co-workers to promote the reliable functioning of the Clubhouse.
• Help upkeep physical site.
• Help plan and participate in Clubhouse events.
• Learn, enforce, and adhere to all Clubhouse, divisional, and company policies and procedures.
• Perform other related duties, as required.

• Participatory skills, collaborative skills, teaching skills, as well as participatory planning techniques
• Knowledge of Clubhouse standards and practices
• Knowledge of Psychiatric Rehabilitation principles, values, and practices
• Strong organizational and writing skills
• Knowledge of formal and informal assessment practices and documentation standards
• Knowledge and use of different learning and communication styles
• Knowledge of empowerment, self‑advocacy, and peer support techniques
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to provide a positive role model for work and learning
• Knowledge of available community resources, job, and educational opportunities
• Ability to work in a professional and confidential capacity
• Knowledge of personal computers applications, and…