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Riverside Community Care Unit Coordinator - Outreach - Horizon House in Wakefield, Massachusetts
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Unit Coordinator - Outreach
We are looking for an energetic, passionate, confident, and skilled person that wants to work in an environment that makes a difference and is different every day. In this important role, the Unit Coordinator - Outreach will work with Clubhouse members to create an “Outreach Team” that would visit individuals who are struggling to attend the Clubhouse with the goal of engaging with the member to return to attending in-person programs and events.
This position will also take the lead in developing effective ways for members to participate in the Clubhouse virtually. Experience using Zoom and other methods for virtual integration is a plus, but not required. The ideal candidate will be comfortable using various forms of social media. All staff share responsibilities of advocating for Clubhouse members related to: employment, housing, education, life skills, dual recovery and social opportunities.
Clubhouses are unique locations that offer individuals with mental health challenges a vibrant, fun, and engaging environment. Clubhouses help people move forward in their mental health recovery journey. This role requires great flexibility as you will work one-on-one and in groups. Our ideal team member would be someone that is passionate about food and sharing this with others. An opportunity to engage program participants in social and event planning, health and wellness activities, and assisting in other unit tasks related to food services.
Schedule: Full Time; 40 hours
Monday through Friday with occasional weekends and holidays.
Pay Rate: $21.37/hour
To learn more about the Unit Coordinator role at Horizon House directly from one of our amazing Unit Coordinators, please click on the link: Unit Coordinator (https://www.linkedin.com/posts/riverside-community-care_mentalhealthfield-wakefield-rehabilitationwork-activity-7099397421134163970-JJfS?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop)
Why You'll Love Riverside
We make a true difference in people’s lives through rewarding work. Most of our jobs come with great benefits – including healthcare, numerous professional development opportunities, and generous time off - all in a respectful and inclusive environment, perhaps why Riverside was named a Boston Globe Top Workplace and a best-in-state employer by Forbes.
Benefits include:
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
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Required Skills
- Drivers' license and reliable car to be used to transport members during the day required.
Required Experience
BA/BS and/or relevant experience preferred
Clubhouse experience, community based programs, or Recovery Learning Community a plus
Individuals with a lived experience of mental health challenges are encouraged to apply.
Riverside Community Care is dedicated to respect, integrity and engagement of all individuals. We are committed to building an inclusive and culturally competent organization and we value the richness of having a diverse applicant pool. As an employer committed to equal opportunity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic as established by law.