Transitional Employee - Service

Saginaw County Community Mental Health Authority•Saginaw, MI

4h•Onsite

About The Position

This is a temporary position with a maximum employment period of six months. Under the general supervision of the Mental Health Supervisor (Supported Employment), the role is intended to help the employee gain experience and increase future job opportunities. Working with Supported Employment Specialists and/or Peer Support Specialists, the employee cleans, stocks, and monitors vending machines at multiple agency sites, tracks inventory and purchases, and communicates operational and maintenance concerns. The position supports culturally competent, recovery-based practices, person-centered planning as a shared decision-making process, and a trauma-informed culture of safety.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must currently be a primary consumer of mental health services enrolled in the Supported Employment program.
Valid Michigan driver’s license and a good driving record.
Belief that individuals with serious mental illness can live productive lives.
Ability to plan, organize, and complete work in a timely manner.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Computer skills sufficient to perform simple tasks as requested.
Ability to work as a team member and accept constructive supervision.
Knowledge of and support for person-centered planning concepts.
Ability to hear conversations in person and by telephone, and visual acuity to observe behavior and read and proofread documents.
Ability to walk, stand, or sit for extended periods and use standard office equipment.
Ability to lift and carry files and supplies weighing at least 100 pounds.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to plan, manage, and schedule time.
Ability to handle stress while meeting deadlines and dealing with large numbers of employees and/or consumers.

Responsibilities

Clean and restock SCCMHA-owned vending machines at multiple sites.
Track vending product inventory, including sales patterns and expiration dates, to maintain fresh products.
Report vending operations and maintenance concerns to Supported Employment staff after cleaning, restocking, and product inspection visits.
Prepare product inventory lists and work with a Supported Employment Specialist and/or Peer Support Specialist to retrieve supplies for each location.
Recycle bottles and cans and maintain sanitary receptacles, replacing or upgrading them as needed.
Maintain original receipts and proof of purchases, and submit financial statements, purchase orders, and receipts to the finance department within one business day.
Attend required training and in-service sessions scheduled by the Supervisor.
Participate in ongoing Supported Employment Team support, including weekly meetings, to discuss concerns and support successful work experiences.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
Adhere to SCCMHA’s mission, vision, core values, and operating principles.
Attend meetings, seminars, workshops, and community events related to the public mental health mission when required.
Respond productively to change and complete other essential tasks as assigned.