Employment & Education Specialist - Gardner, MA

Open Sky Community Services • Gardner, MA

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About The Position

The Employment and Education Specialist is responsible for the functioning and management of the Clubhouse Employment and Education program. The role engages and supports members in pursuing meaningful employment opportunities, including job-site training, and helps members access and connect with educational resources. Open Sky’s Clubhouses are part of the Massachusetts Clubhouse Coalition, a community dedicated to the rehabilitation of adults recovering from mental illness. Clubhouse members take part in meaningful tasks that help them develop or refresh employment skills, explore education, and participate in social activities.

The position works within the Fountain House Model and supports an inclusive, trauma-informed organization focused on helping individuals live productive and fulfilling lives.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving history.
• Reliability, willingness to learn, and openness to new opportunities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with the Clubhouse model and working with individuals with serious and persistent mental illness and co-occurring disorders.

Responsibilities

• Train on and uphold the philosophy and concepts of the Fountain House Model.
• Maintain accurate member employment and education data and work with the Clubhouse Director to report monthly data.
• Facilitate discussions and activities related to employment and education, encouraging active member participation.
• Promote the Clubhouse to businesses and community stakeholders to establish relationships and develop employment opportunities for members.
• Engage and support members in pursuing meaningful employment, including job-site training.
• Assist members in accessing and connecting with educational resources.
• Manage and oversee the Clubhouse Employment and Education program.

Benefits

• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Paid time off starting at 29 days in the first year, including 12 paid holidays; increases to 32 days in the second year, with a current maximum of 43 days.
• Tuition reimbursement and reimbursement for a variety of Human Services certifications.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with prescription plan.
• 403b retirement plan with employer match.
• Life insurance paid entirely by the employer.
• Eligibility for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Individual and group supervision.

What This Job Offers

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