Description

POSITION SUMMARY 

PLAN @ 1121 Rock is an accredited Clubhouse Model organization that operates according to Clubhouse International standards (see www.clubhouse-intl.org for more info). PLAN stands for People Living Active Now and is a program of Jewish Family Service of Dallas that is geared to recovery support for individuals with mental health challenges. PLAN @ 1121 Rock is a vital and highly interactive location that offers a place of belonging and is a launch pad for those who are committed to living well, self-sufficiency and independence.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• The primary duty is the engagement of PLAN @ 1121 Rock Clubhouse members in the operating needs of the Clubhouse and promoting member independence and self-reliance
• Specific tasks may include helping others to learn food preparation, electronic tracking of information, Clubhouse communication projects preparation, gardening and field trips participation
• Be able to drive a 12-passenger van to provide transportation to and from the Clubhouse, activities, such as field trips, grocery runs, employee drop-off’s and socialization events.
• Participating in event planning and set up associated with Clubhouse socialization events, which includes activities on holidays, on rotation basis
• Work one-on-one with specifically assigned members in goal setting and follow up, assisting with health and wellness activities of daily living.
• Acting as a employment coach for assigned employment partnerships. This may include training of members, working with employers to ensure that the position is going well, and, on occasion, stepping in to perform a member’s job when the member is unable to complete it.
• Participate in Clubhouse and trauma-informed care training and special projects as assigned related to PLAN Clubhouse operations.
• Ability to effectively present on the Clubhouse model as part of Community Outreach and Advocacy efforts.

Qualifications

• Commensurate experience in mental health field or another related field preferred
• Familiarity with the Clubhouse Model of psychosocial rehabilitation a plus
• Proficient in MS Office, social media and comfortable with administrative tasks and documentation
• Ability to convey empathy and concern for those with severe and persistent mental illness and their families and able to monitor and coach Activities of Daily Living
• Good organizational skills, highly reliable with a strong work ethic and ability to take initiative
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, to engage others in activities
• Flexible to handle the versatility of the position and its periodic crises
• Must hold a valid driver’s license, clean driving record, have a safe vehicle for transport
• Must be able to operate as part of a diverse, culturally sensitive and respectful environment
• Ideally, candidate has a broad range of interests, natural curiosity, warmth, sense of humor, creativity, and ability to identify strengths in others; a willingness and enthusiasm in fostering and cultivating leadership in others
• Must be able to lift 30 lbs.
• Multi-language competency is a plus

JFS provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and veteran status, except in the case of those positions in which religion is, in the opinion of JFS, an essential factor. Employment opportunities include but are not limited to recruitment, employment placement, promotion, demotion, transfer, termination, compensation, use of facilities and participation in JFS sponsored events.