Clubhouse Generalist

Welcome to Cherry Health - video about Cherry Health

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understand and operate in accordance with the Clubhouse philosophy and policy as outlined in the Clubhouse International model.
• Ensure member engagement with all Clubhouse opportunities including: the Work Ordered Day, Employment, Education, Outreach, Social Activities, Wellness Initiatives and Decision Making. 
• Adapt activities to engage many members and meet the needs of the Club as a whole.
• Add value to unit tasks within the clubhouse to maximum member participation.
• Maintain communication at various levels through a range of mechanisms.
• Assist with the development of appropriate linkages with other community agencies, clinical services, government departments and other relevant programs.
• Work as part of a team in the Clubhouse vocational rehabilitation program.  Includes, training, working alongside and absence coverage for members at their place of employment.
• Maintain complete, on time and detailed records consistent with agency standards, procedures and requirements of third party funding and accreditation sources.
• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES:

• Ability to maintain focus in a dynamic environment with many interruptions.
• Self-starter and encouraging demeanor.
• Ability to maintain a high level of energy for 8 hours.
• Ability to analyze tasks and spaces for barriers to utilization.
• Ability to engage with small and large groups.
• Knowledge of standard office equipment, standard kitchen equipment.
• Ability to periodically work in different job settings in the community (e.g. retail, food service, etc.). 
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as position requires some evening, weekend and holiday hours.  This also includes training and conference attendance, as assigned. 
• Ability to participate in a two week colleague training program of the Clubhouse model.
• Ability to work alongside the members without being controlling or authoritative unless safety is an issue.
• Valid MI driver’s license and good driving record required per Cherry Health insurance carrier.

COMPETENCIES:

• Customer Service
• Collaboration
• Integrity
• Respect
• Professionalism
• Learning

EDUCATION / LICENSES / CERTIFICATES:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with academic concentration in an area relevant to the position, preferred but not required.
• Must be CPR Certified

EXPERIENCE:

Experience in a Clubhouse environment and life or work experience with adults who suffer from mental illness or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job listed above.

Possess a valid Michigan driver’s license with a clear driving record and must be minimum of 23 years old with five years of driving experience and no restrictions.

Who we are:

Cherry Health, Michigan’s largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), operates in six counties across the state, is based in Grand Rapids. With a team of more than 800 health care professionals at 20 locations, Cherry Health focuses on removing barriers, expanding access, and delivering comprehensive quality health care services to underserved communities, regardless of an individual’s insurance status or ability to pay. We provide primary care, dental, vision, behavioral health, pharmacy services, substance abuse services, residential re-entry services, school-based health centers and more.

Our Mission: 

Cherry Health improves the health and wellness of individuals by providing comprehensive primary and behavioral health care while encouraging access by those who are underserved.

Our Vision: 

Our community will be healthier because we will seek out and welcome those who need our services. All will be treated as family with integrated, coordinated care to improve health and personal well-being.

Our Values:

• Collaboration – Support the Cherry Health mission by encouraging teamwork to accomplish organizational goals.
• Customer Service – Serve internal and external customers in a welcoming manner with compassionate care.
• Innovation – Embrace creativity to improve patient care and workplace efficiency while remaining curious and open to learning.
• Integrity – Uphold the highest ethical standards by being honest and trustworthy.
• Professionalism – Create a positive work environment where we care accountable for our decision, our action and the results.

Benefits:

Cherry Health has excellent benefit offerings dependent on employment status.  Check out a sample of the benefits available to our team members below!

• Loan repayment through the NHSC and Michigan State Loan Repayment Program for select roles
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for you and your family
• Generous Paid Time Off benefit – 4 weeks per year for full time
• Paid holidays - 8 full day paid holidays (Including Black Friday!) and 2 half day paid holidays!
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with generous employer match - $ for $ match up to 5% 
• MET and MESP 529 Savings Plans
• Pet Insurance!
• Employee Assistance Program  

Our policy is to offer all employees and applicants for employment equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, or any other protected category.