Clubhouse Engagement Specialist

What You’ll Do

As a Clubhouse Engagement Specialist with Chelton Loft, you’ll be part of a small, dedicated team working with people living with diagnosed mental illness. You’ll develop and coordinate opportunities for friendship, employment, housing, education, and access to medical and psychiatric services in a single, caring and safe clubhouse environment. Clubhouse members and staff co-equally participate in identifying and empowering members' strengths, skills, and interests. The staff offers a positive, supportive relationship that helps to build members' self-esteem and encourages working toward identified goals, wellness, and recovery.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Helping plan and carry out daily activities and projects with members
• Encouraging members to develop leadership and work-readiness skills
• Supporting members with goal-setting and skill-building
• Participating in the Clubhouse's Transitional Employment (TE) Program, including helping members find jobs, training them, and stepping in to cover job shifts when needed
• Attending community events and meetings to promote Chelton Loft and learn from other Clubhouses
• Leading or supporting projects and strategic planning efforts with staff and members
• Covering social and recreational activities on evenings, weekends, and holidays (on a rotating basis)
• Modeling and supporting healthy communication between members and service providers
• Helping onboard and train new members, staff, interns, and volunteers

You Would Be A Great Fit If You:

• Have a bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, rehabilitation, or a related field, OR equivalent experience.
• Bring at least 3 years of experience in human services
• Have worked in a Psychosocial Clubhouse or mental health support program (preferred)
• Understand the needs of individuals impacted by the criminal legal system (a plus)
• Are flexible, empathetic, and committed to rehabilitation and recovery
• Speak multiple languages (Spanish, French, Haitian Creole, or ASL is a plus)
• Have strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Are computer proficient, especially with Microsoft Office and databases
• Can work with diverse populations and remain calm in emotional situations
• NYC DOH Food Protection Certificate is a plus

Compensation

$23.00 to $25.00 per hour

Equal Opportunity Employer