Employment and Education Specialist - Neponset River House internal only

Riverside Community Care • Norwood, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Neponset River House is seeking an energetic, self-motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Clubhouse community. Neponset River House is a Clubhouse International accredited Clubhouse and plays an active role in the Massachusetts Clubhouse Coalition. This is a full time position for an individual comfortable in serving in liaison/spokesperson role with area businesses and state employment agencies. Responsible for co-coordination of Clubhouse employment component. The position involves developing relationships with local companies and networking in order to engage Clubhouse members in job placements in the community.

Requirements

• High School Diploma and relevant experience required
• Strong computer skills required
• Strong organizational skills required
• Driver's license and access to a reliable, personal vehicle required

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Individuals with a lived experience of mental health challenges are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Engaging members in unit work
• Developing new job placements and maintaining existing job placements
• Outreach and support services for members working in job placements
• Initiating and maintaining employer contacts
• Attendance at Advisory board and Chamber of Commerce meetings
• Tracking employment related statistics
• Co-leading employment support meetings
• Being part of evening/weekend/holiday social program

Benefits

• Comprehensive, high-quality health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Flexible Spending Accounts – both medical and dependent care
• Eleven paid holidays
• Separate accruals for vacation (increases with tenure), personal, and sick time
• Tax-deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Employee Assistance Plan / Travel Assistance Plan
• Employee bonus for referrals resulting in hiring
• Discounts to movie theaters, sporting, and entertainment events
• Employee YMCA discount: 10% off a YMCA monthly membership and 50% off the joiner’s fee

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED