Clubhouse Generalist

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This is a full time benefit eligible opportunity typically working onsite at our Sheldon Clubhouse in Grand Rapids. Typical schedule is Monday - Friday during day time hours. Occasional weekend/evening/holiday hours.

Responsible for maintaining the therapeutic value of the clubhouse by working along with the club membership planning providing and teaching a wide variety of tasks and activities that promote and maintain the value of the clubhouse. Provides members with opportunities to develop and exercise social roles and competencies that are relevant to each members achievement of their personally valued outcomes.

Clubhouse Generalists have generalist roles and share employment community support evening/weekend/holiday and unit responsibilities. Central to this role is the energetic engagement of members in all aspects of unit and Clubhouse operations. Generalists utilize the Clubhouse International Standards as best practice and follow the strengths-based and person-centered models to facilitate member engagement.

Must adhere to the organizational Policies Procedures Code of Ethics and all licensing and accreditation standards of the position. Must represent the organizations Mission in all actions and communications.

Visit more information about Sheldon Clubhouse and for more information about the Clubhouse Model.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understand and operate in accordance with the Clubhousephilosophy and policy as outlined in the Clubhouse International model.
• Ensure member engagement with all Clubhouse opportunities including: the Work Ordered Day Employment Education Outreach Social Activities Wellness Initiatives and Decision Making.
• Adapt activities to engage many members and meet the needs of the Club as a whole.
• Add value to unit tasks within the clubhouse to maximum member participation.
• Maintain communication at various levels through a range of mechanisms.
• Assist with the development of appropriate linkages with other community agencies clinical services government departments and other relevant programs.
• Work as part of a team in the Clubhouse vocational rehabilitation program. Includes training working alongside and absence coverage for members at their place of employment.
• Maintain complete on time and detailed records consistent with agency standards procedures and requirements of third party funding and accreditation sources.
• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES:

• Ability to maintain focus in a dynamic environment with many interruptions.
• Self-starter and encouraging demeanor.
• Ability to maintain a high level of energy for 8 hours.
• Ability to analyze tasks and spaces for barriers to utilization.
• Ability to engage with small and large groups.
• Knowledge of standard office equipment standard kitchen equipment.
• Ability to periodically work in different job settings in the community (e.g. retail food service etc.).
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as position requires some evening weekend and holiday hours. This also includes training and conference attendance as assigned.
• Ability to participate in a two week colleague training program of the Clubhouse model.
• Ability to work alongside the members without being controlling or authoritative unless safety is an issue.
• Valid MI drivers license and good driving record required per Cherry Health insurance carrier.

COMPETENCIES:

• Customer Service
• Collaboration
• Integrity
• Respect
• Professionalism
• Learning

EDUCATION / LICENSES / CERTIFICATES:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with academic concentration in an area relevant to the position preferred but not required.
• Must be CPR Certified

EXPERIENCE:

Experience in a Clubhouse environment and life or work experience with adults who suffer from mental illness or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job listed above.

Possess a valid Michigan drivers license with a clear driving record and must be minimum of 23 years old with five years of driving experience and no restrictions.

Who we are:

Cherry Health Michigans largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) operates in six counties across the state is based in Grand Rapids. With a team of more than 800 health care professionals at 20 locations Cherry Health focuses on removing barriers expanding access and delivering comprehensive quality health care services to underserved communities regardless of an individuals insurance status or ability to pay. We provide primary care dental vision behavioral health pharmacy services substance abuse services residential re-entry services school-based health centers and more.

Our Mission:

Cherry Health improves the health and wellness of individuals by providing comprehensive primary and behavioral health care while encouraging access by those who are underserved.

Our Vision:

Our community will be healthier because we will seek out and welcome those who need our services. All will be treated as family with integrated coordinated care to improve health and personal well-being.

Our Values:

• Collaboration Support the Cherry Health mission by encouraging teamwork to accomplish organizational goals.
• Customer Service Serve internal and external customers in a welcoming manner with compassionate care.
• Innovation Embrace creativity to improve patient care and workplace efficiency while remaining curious and open to learning.
• Integrity Uphold the highest ethical standards by being honest and trustworthy.
• Professionalism Create a positive work environment where we care accountable for our decision our action and the results.

Benefits:

Cherry Health has excellent benefit offerings dependent on employment status. Check out a sample of the benefits available to our team members below!

• Loan repayment through the NHSC and Michigan State Loan Repayment Program for select roles
• Medical Dental and Vision Insurance for you and your family
• Generous Paid Time Off benefit 4 weeks per year for full time
• Paid holidays - 8 full day paid holidays (Including Black Friday!) and 2 half day paid holidays!
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with generous employer match - $ for $ match up to 5%
• MET and MESP 529 Savings Plans
• Pet Insurance!
• Employee Assistance Program

Our policy is to offer all employees and applicants for employment equal opportunity without regard to race color religion gender national origin age disability genetic information marital status height weight sexual orientation gender identity or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws or any other protected category.