Wellness Social Practitioner

Breakthrough Clubhouse Mission Statement

Our mission is to engage and empower a community of colleagues through the Clubhouse Model, working together to achieve vocational, social, and wellness goals.

SCOPE OF POSITION

The Wellness Social Practitioner is to assist members and staff in the development and continuation of the work in the Clubhouse. The Wellness Social Practitioner is accountable to the policies, procedures, and mission statement of The Breakthrough Clubhouse and the broader Breakthrough Episcopal Social Services Agency.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Agency Responsibilities

1. Consistently involve, engage, and assist members in the development and continuation of work in the Clubhouse.

2. Establish relationships with members consistent with Clubhouse Philosophy.

3. Demonstrate mindful representation of Breakthrough in the community and take the initiative to connect with other agencies that are involved in the member’s recovery.

4. Attend meetings as scheduled.

5. Involvement in public relations as needed.

6. Assist in social club activities and holidays, as scheduled.

7. Update members on opportunities offered in the Clubhouse and Wichita Community.

8. Provide a clean, safe & professional environment.

9. Utilize a variety of naturally occurring resources.

10. As a team member, assist in other areas.

Specific Clubhouse Tasks

1. Support with wellness opportunities in the community for Breakthrough Clubhouse Members.

2. Assist with preparation, cooking, serving, and meal planning for Breakthrough including on special occasions on and off site.

3. Support with organizing shopping for the kitchen.

4. Coordinate with the Foodbank on food pick up.

5. Coordinate daily cleaning to cover the entire food service area each week.

6. Assist with meals coordination in social club activities and holidays, as scheduled.

7. Support with coordination of the Snack Bar.

8. Any applicable requirements by the State of Kansas in regard to food handling and safe storage of food.

9. Other duties as assigned.

Education, Training and Experience Requirements: The requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

1. Bachelor’s Degree OR Vocational-Technical/Associate Degree plus related experience.

2. Must pass pre-employment Drug/Alcohol screening.

3. No history of crimes against persons, sexual assault or exploitation and sexual or physical abuse.

4. Valid State of Kansas driver’s license and access to personal transportation is required.

5. Must have vehicle insurance verification of good driving record.

6. Must be able to drive 10 passenger vans.

7. Must be able to work with a diverse group of people in a team setting.

8. Self-motivated and able to work with limited supervision.

9. Able to coordinate a variety of tasks throughout the day.

10. Willingness to participate in Clubhouse related trainings.

11. Must be able and willing to work a flexible schedule, allowing for possible early morning, evening, or weekend activities.

12. Must be able to handle crisis situations and be comfortable working with community resources.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

1. Standing for prolonged periods of time

2. Ability to lift 30 pounds

3. Knowledge and experience working with individuals who have a mental illness.

4. Basic computer knowledge.

Physical Context and Work Environment: The context and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. The employee must possess the physical abilities represented in the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities section above to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

2. The work environment is usually well lighted, environmentally controlled indoor environment with moderate level of noise. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Work Location: In person