Clubhouse Rehabilitation Associate

Williamsport, PA

CSG, a leading provider of mental health, mental retardation, children’s and eldercare services has an opportunity for a Clubhouse Rehabilitation Associate in our adult mental health services vocational and psychiatric rehabilitation program.

The clubhouse program members and staff work side by side to keep the clubhouse running and to build a strong sense of ownership by the members. The program assists members by providing supportive employment and job loss prevention to help members prepare for, find, and maintain competitive employment. The program also provides social and holiday activities for the members.

General Summary:

The Clubhouse Rehabilitation Associate works closely with the members and other staff members to assist in the operation of all functions of an International Center for Clubhouse Development (ICCD) standard-based clubhouse. This position meets the regulation requirements of a Clubhouse Rehabilitation Worker.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

§         Functions as a responsible staff person with clubhouse members and another staff person in assigned work unit.

Participates with members in the work-ordered day unit work.

Monitors and coordinate work units and other daily clubhouse activities.

Encourages and supports member participation and attendance at the clubhouse.

Collaborate with members on the development of rehabilitation plans, reviews, and to complete progress notes.

Participates in weekend/holiday/evening social activities.

Provides members transportation by use CSG van or personal vehicle.

§         Completes case administrator duties as assigned:

Completes intake and orientation paperwork for new members of the clubhouse.

Documents information as needed on Progress Notes, Rehabilitation Plans, and Rehabilitation Plan Reviews.

Keeps member’s records up to date, obtaining required signatures annually.

Provides accurate information for billing purposes.

Maintains commitment to the integrity of the clubhouse model as outlined in the standards published by the ICCD.

Develops an understanding of clubhouse philosophy.

§         Attends a minimum of 20 hours of psychiatric rehabilitation training per year:

Attends assigned clubhouse training opportunities.

Participates in all clubhouse meetings, using the standards as a guide in decision making processes.

Maintains a clubhouse environment that promotes the spirit of the standards and the clubhouse philosophy.

§         Participates in job development and community employment activities to assist members in returning to competitive employment.

Assesses members in work units for readiness to move into employment.

Works with community employers to develop new job opportunities in both transitional employment and competitive employment.

Provides transitional employment placement management services.

Assists members with individualized job search process.

Provides on-site job coaching as needed when members obtain employment, continues on-site visits as necessary.

Arranges meetings with members to continually assess their job status.

Provides transportation and/or education of transportation resources.

Completes necessary paperwork for members in employment.

Assists members with benefits planning/reporting.

Provides coverage for on-call phone.

§         Represents the clubhouse as a liaison with other programs of Community Services Group, community organizations, and funding sources.

Participates in clubhouse marketing, public relations, and advocacy efforts.

Serves on committees and workgroups within CSG and within the local and state-wide mental health/psychiatric rehabilitation community.

§         Provides coverage in emergency situations.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of acceptable social, work, and interpersonal behavior.

Knowledge of the effects of mental illness on vocational development and functioning level of members.

Knowledge of and ability to adhere to professional code of ethics.

Knowledge of computers and Microsoft software products

Knowledge and the ability to utilize good listening skills and comprehend verbal instructions given in English.

Knowledge of social service agencies and community organizations.

Knowledge of interviewing skills.

Ability to use established databases.

Ability to organize daily work activities, coordinate projects, set priorities, and meet deadlines.

Ability to work with a diverse group of people.

Ability to lead and instruct others.

Ability to take and organize notes on members activities.

Ability to work well under stress and remain flexible and positive.

Ability to effectively communicate and interact with members to gain and maintain their confidence.

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with co-workers, general public, representatives of public and private organization.

Ability to operate agency and person vehicles in a safe manner.

Ability to follow through with and update, in a timely manner, all trainings as required by agency, state, and other guidelines.

Ability to read and comprehend instructions written in English.

Ability to write legibly in English in a clear, concise, and logical manner

Ability to speak clearly and express self effectively in English.

Minimum Education, Credentials and Experience:

A bachelor’s degree with academic concentration in a relevant area to the position.

Or

High school diploma or equivalency and 2 years work experience in human services which must include one year of mental health direct care experience;

Special Requirements:

Must be able to work flexible hours to meet individual’s and program’s needs.

Must have a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle to attend trainings, meetings, and/or transport individual to appointments.

Must be able to travel to trainings/meetings upon request of program director which may include occasional overnight stays.

Must have the ability to obtain clearances as defined by regulations.

CSG Benefits include

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Part time employee medical plans including prescription available

Full time employee medical plans including prescription, dental and vision available

Health Reimbursement Account

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

401 K Retirement Plan

Family Medical Leave

Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave

Paid Funeral Leave

Paid Jury Duty

Opportunities for Advancement

Credit Union

Travel Reimbursement

Tuition Assistance

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Community Services Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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