POSITION TITLE: SUPPORT HOST
PROGRAM/Location: WELLNESS CENTER- SANTA MARIA
POSITION SUMMARY
The Support Host for the Santa Maria Wellness Center is responsible for assisting with the organization and direction of the Wellness Center designed to assist adults in their journey to mental health wellness & recovery, as well as connect members and participants to their community. This position promotes trauma informed mental health wellness & recovery for the members and is responsible for having knowledge and skills in all aspects of the Wellness Center. The Center Support Host will uphold and promote the Center philosophy as well as the philosophy of TMHA in all duties performed. This position promotes social interaction and support, encouraging members in the recovery process.
HOURS/ SALARY
Part-time, non-exempt position. 20 hours per week. Anticipated hiring range is $20.00 which includes a generous individual benefits package that includes critical illness benefits, accident benefits, 403b retirement (with up to a 5% employer match) paid sick time and a variety of helpful employee perks as well.
Employee Perks/ Work Culture
A few of our helpful employee benefits include membership discounts to various local fitness centers, as well as a voucher to Sycamore Mineral Springs for discounts. We offer years of service gift cards to businesses of your choice. We offer gift cards for walking, biking, or carpooling to work as well as 20% discount for shopping at our Growing Grounds Downtown Store/Nursey/ Farm. We host two employee appreciation events for employees and their families yearly. We practice Trauma Informed Care Principles, Guidelines for Collaborative Conversations, and encourage the use of pronouns. We mindfully promote equality, respect and diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, and all the fascinating characteristics that make us different! TMHA is also a pet friendly workplace (upon approval)!
Mission Statement
Transitions Mental Health Association is a nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating stigma and promoting recovery and wellness for people with mental illness through work, housing, community and family support services.
ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION
Transitions – Mental Health Association is a leading non-profit agency committed to providing comprehensive mental health services and support to individuals and families by inspiring hope, growth, recovery and wellness in our communities. TMHA has decades of experience with teams of compassionate staff. TMHA is a driving force in improving mental health and wellness in our communities and a supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and individual contributions.
Responsibilities and Duties
1. Functions as a support to members and participants in providing mental health services offering social support, connection to community resources, skills training, recreation activities, and assistance with developing or enhancing independent living skills.
2. Provides safe transportation to members by driving them to activities as necessary. Performs basic safety checks on program facility, and vehicle maintenance, shops for program needs, and organized leisure activities. May be required to perform some janitorial services.
3. Functions as a role model of Wellness and Recovery to members with regard to treatment, communication, and work behavior. Leads by example and empowers members to grow and expand their abilities and knowledge.
4. Assist with the planning & preparing food for monthly luncheons including the purchasing of food items, proper storage and handling of food.
5. Meets with and communicates program issues to the Program Supervisor and works as part of a collaborative team with peers, members, and the staff of other TMHA programs, BeWell and other agencies.
6. Is responsible for the establishment and maintaining of a positive working environment.
7. Promote, encourage and maintain trauma-informed practices in all services and activities. Practice and promote, both individually and in team meetings, TMHA’s Collaborative Communication Guidelines in order to facilitate clear, empathetic and person-centered communication.
8. Communicates both positive and negative feedback clearly and in a timely manner with staff. Remains approachable and open for staff to communicate problems or ask questions. Accepts constructive feedback from supervisor and others.
9. Represents management positively and takes ownership of policies when enforcing them. When questions or issues with management arise, they are directed to management for resolution. Accepts constructive feedback from supervisor and others.
10. Facilitates group discussions and activities; co-facilitates groups as needed. Research and coordinate material for subject matter.
11. Follows Medi-Cal documentation standards by completing Medi-Cal documentation multiple times weekly.
12. Is responsible for and participates in upholding agency policies and ensuring accurate program paperwork, record keeping, evaluation procedures and documentation is completed and deadlines are met.
13. Assumes other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Program Supervisor and Program Manager.
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