Carriage House (Indiana) Assoc. Director

Job Description

TITLE: Clubhouse Associate Director The Carriage House JOB SUMMARY: The Associate Director is a professional position with The Carriage House, providing services for adults with mental illnesses in accordance with the Clubhouse International standards. The Associate Director will work with the Executive Director to manage all Clubhouse programs, and ensure the highest quality Clubhouse Model program.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. ADMINISTRATION: a. Implement and ensure the practice of the Clubhouse philosophy and standards for Clubhouse International accreditation. b. Assist Executive Director in the hiring, orientation and training of new personnel, practicum students, and volunteers. c. Assist Executive Director in the fiscal management of the Clubhouse. d. Manage Medicaid billing procedures in compliance with state guidelines. e. Make decisions regarding the administrative functioning of The Carriage House in the absence of the Executive Director.

  2. STAFF SUPERVISION a. Assist Executive Director in conducting annual evaluations of program staff performance. b. Provide feedback to staff individually and collectively to build cooperative teams. c. Ensure timely completion of, and reviewing and signing, clinical documentation as needed.

  3. SUPERVISING FACILITATION OF CLUBHOUSE UNITS - Supervising and supporting unit staff and Team Leaders in the facilitation of Clubhouse units, including: a. Planning, coordinating, and executing daily work alongside Clubhouse members. b. Working collaboratively with Clubhouse members to complete all Clubhouse work and tasks and creatively engaging members in the work of the Clubhouse. c. Organizing, executing, and participating in some evening, weekend, and holiday activities. d. Assisting members in accessing needed community services and supports. e. Providing outreach to members who have not been attending Clubhouse. f. Providing support for members in identifying and obtaining educational goals. g. Actively participating in fundraising efforts for the Clubhouse.

  4. EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT a. Support members in reaching employment goals, including but not limited to working with members to develop resumes, prepare for interviews, and conduct job searches. b. Manage one or more Transitional Employment placements, which includes maintaining a relationship with the placement employer, learning the job responsibilities for the placement, training Clubhouse members in the job responsibilities, monitoring Clubhouse members in the placement, and providing coverage for the job when Clubhouse members are unavailable. c. Responsible for the development of Transitional and Supported employment opportunities. d. Assist the Executive Director in the management of Clubhouse employment programs.

  5. OTHER MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES a. Assist the Executive Director to build relationships with community partners to enhance the visibility and opportunities for clubhouse members. b. Participate in clubhouse conferences as a presenter and representative of Carriage House. c. Assist Executive Director with reporting progress of the clubhouse to the Board of Directors.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: Reports to: Executive Director of The Carriage House Supervises: Clubhouse Team Leaders and Unit Staff MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree with at least 4 years of experience in an Accredited Clubhouse. Attended Comprehensive Training at a Clubhouse International Accredited Training Base. Valid Driver’s License.