Mental Health Support Specialist
Looking for a career that truly makes a difference? If you're passionate about supporting individuals with mental health, emotional, or behavioral challenges and empowering them on their recovery journey, COMHAR invites you to join our team as a Mental Health Support Specialist. Make an impact every day by helping others build skills, confidence, and independence.
Full-Time position available in the Philadelphia, PA 19124 area.
About the role
COMHAR is seeking a compassionate and energetic Mental Health Support Specialist to join our Open Door Clubhouse team. The Clubhouse is a recovery-oriented, community-based program that supports adults living with mental health challenges through meaningful work, social connection, and empowerment. Open Door Clubhouse is an employment-based psychiatric rehabilitation and recovery program for adults based upon the acclaimed Fountain House Model. As a Mental Health Support Specialist, you will work side-by-side with members to build skills, strengthen independence, and create a supportive, inclusive environment that fosters hope and recovery.
Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with Clubhouse members on daily unit tasks, including clerical work, food service, wellness programming, and other meaningful activities.
- Encourage member participation, teach skills, and provide guidance in vocational, educational, social, and independent living activities.
- Assist members in developing and pursuing individualized recovery goals.
- Support the work-ordered day (WOD) structure by facilitating group activities, meetings, and skill-building opportunities.
- Provide emotional support, promote self-advocacy, and encourage positive social interactions among members.
- Help coordinate employment and education support services, including transitional employment placements when applicable.
- Maintain accurate records, documentation, and progress notes according to program standards.
- Foster a welcoming, recovery-oriented atmosphere based on Clubhouse values of respect, equality, and community.
- Work collaboratively with staff, members, families, and community partners.
- Participate in the Clubhouse Social/Recreational program as scheduled (some Saturdays).
Requirements
- High School Diploma (or GED).
- Current PA Driver's License; satisfactory driving record; eligible to operate program vehicles.
- Completion of a 12-hour orientation on psych rehab/Clubhouse Model offered by certified trainers to be completed within one year of hire.
- Experience working in the mental health field in a Clubhouse or Psych Rehab Program preferred.
Schedule
- Scheduled Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm.
- Two Saturdays each month from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm; will flex during the weeks that you work on Saturday.
- One evening each week from 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm.
Pay
$18.00 per hour.
Benefits
Full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
- Life and disability coverage.
- 403(b) retirement plan.
- Paid time off.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Employee assistance program.
- Additional voluntary options such as disability, accident, and pet insurance.
About COMHAR
COMHAR is a nonprofit human-services organization dedicated to empowering individuals, families, and communities to live healthier, self-determined lives. Our mission is: "To provide health and human services that empower individuals, families and communities to live healthier, self-determined lives." Serving the Philadelphia region since 1975, COMHAR provides a wide continuum of behavioral health, intellectual and developmental disability, substance use, and social support services. With programs that include outpatient treatment, residential services, community-based recovery centers, supportive housing, and specialized services for children, families, and diverse populations, COMHAR delivers person-centered care rooted in dignity, respect, and community integration. Today, COMHAR's team supports more than 5,500 people each month, helping individuals build stability, independence, and meaningful connections in their communities.