Clubhouse Counselor II - Education Coordinator

About the role

Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization providing community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination.

Responsibilities

• Function as an advisor for Clubhouse members.
• Audit, 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.
• Assist members in linking to other community services and resources.
• 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.
• Attend trainings 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.
• Provide coverage/assistance as needed to support Clubhouse work units, program activities both off site and on site, completion of day to day program requirements, and general upkeep and maintenance of the Clubhouse.
• Occasional weekend, evening, and holiday coverage is a requirement for all Clubhouse positions.
• Perform other related duties, as required.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology or related field is preferred, but experience may substitute for education.
• A high school diploma or GED required.
• One to three years experience in Human Services required.
• Advanced training, experience, or professional credentials are required for Clubhouse Counselor II positions.
• Strong time management and writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, good judgment and the ability to coach and mentor.
• All applicants must be at least 21 years of age and have a current, valid, US drivers' license for at least 6 months.
• All applicants must become CPR, First Aid certified within 2 weeks of employment.
• All candidates must be able to successfully pass a CORI, reference, multi-state background and driving record check.

Skills

• 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.
• Sensitivity to cultural, religious, racial, disability, and gender issues.
• Knowledge of available community resources, jobs and educational opportunities.
• Ability to work in a professional and confidential capacity.
• Knowledge of personal computers applications and equipment.
• Sensitivity to reasonable accommodation law and advocacy techniques.
• Knowledge of use of crisis intervention techniques and problem solving skills.