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Viability Clubhouse Specialist 1 in Springfield, Massachusetts
Welcome! Thank you for exploring a career with us! Our team of 400+ dedicated employees share the desire to do meaningful work and make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Rhode Island, and Oklahoma.
**$500 sign on bonus ($250 at the completion of first week of training and $250 after successfully completion of first 90 days)**Position: Clubhouse Specialist 1 – Full Time
Location: Springfield MA
Rate of Pay: $19.55 per hour
Hours: 40 Hours per week, Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm
Summary:
- Work with adults with mental illness in accomplishing work of the unit, assisting in building their skills, including vocational and social, while assuming responsibility for completion of documentation according to agency policy, procedures, and standards. The Clubhouse Specialist develops and services employment relationships between clients and community employers, providing access to an array of employment, job training, and educational opportunities. Responsibilities include vocational guidance, job development, job placement, employer education, and customer relations. Additional responsibilities include marketing Clubhouse services to the community and supporting individuals with basic needs such as SSI redetermination, Medicare, and MassHealth.
Qualifications:
High School/GED plus 2 years of relevant experience
Must have at least 1 year of previous experience working with individuals with mental health.
Must have a valid driver's license, a good driving record and a reliable vehicle
Requirements:
Strong time management skills required.
Must be able to build community connections and market Clubhouse services effectively.
Demonstrated proficiency in data entry to include Excel, Word, databases, and email required.
Must have the ability to work independently and as an effective team member.
Ability to work weekends or evenings as needed required.
Must be able to travel within the region to access residential settings, employers', and community organizations.
“Viability values our employees and the talents that they bring with them every day. Last year 30 staff members were promoted within the agency to roles that supported their professional growth.”
EXCELLENT BENEFITS FOR ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES INCLUDE:
Competitive Pay with Promotional Opportunities
Strong focus on work/life balance
Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account
Health Care and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
403(b) Retirement plan with employer match of 100% (up to 4% of employee contribution)
Company-paid disability insurance, life insurance, and AD&D insurance
Generous Paid Time Off & Sick Time
Tuition Scholarship Program
Professional and personal growth opportunities
Employee Assistance Program for employees and loved ones
Preferred ratings for home, renters’, pet, and auto insurance
Fitness and Weight Loss program support
Who We Are
Our team of 480 dedicated employees share the desire to do meaningful work and make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Rhode Island, and Oklahoma.
Our Mission
Our mission is to build a world in which individuals with disabilities and other disadvantages realize acceptance, inclusion, and access.
Our Vision
Be a community of program participants and staff making inclusion and access of individuals with disabilities or disadvantages a way for people, businesses, and communities to succeed together.
To apply, please see the Careers section of our website at VIABILITY.org. If accommodations are needed for the application process, please call or text us at (413) 461-9486, and we will be happy to assist.