The Clubhouse’s employment program is comprised of 3 components:

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TRANSITIONAL EMPLOYMENT

 

This program supports members in their desire to return to work and is supported by the Clubhouse through on-site job training and support. These positions are established with employers in the community who want to support individuals returning to work or obtaining employment for the first time. The Clubhouse chooses members to fill the position based mainly on that individual’s desire to work. Clubhouse staff learn the requirements of the position first so that they are able to train the member, thus minimizing the employers time spent on this task. Additionally, the Clubhouse staff who serve as Placement Managers at the site provide support at all stages of employment including pre-hire, orientation, training, ongoing on-site check ins and the transition to competitive employment. These positions are part-time and are designed to last for up to 9 months. The Clubhouse also offers absence coverage at no cost to the employer in the case that the member in the position is unable to make it to their shift. 

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SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT

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Supported Employment is designed to be more permanent and would not typically include on-site check-ins or absence coverage. Supported employment can include help with resume writing, interview preparation, transportation assistance, problem solving, and other support in all stages of the job.
 

INDEPENDENT EMPLOYMENT

 

A member has received some support from the Clubhouse to obtain employment. Members build upon their work skills during the work-ordered day; however, they generally will maintain the position independent of direct Clubhouse assistance. 

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