Job Description
Welcome! Thank you for exploring a career with us! Our team of 400+ dedicated employees share the desire to do meaningful work and make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Rhode Island, and Oklahoma.
********$500 sign on bonus ($250 at the completion of first week of training and $250 after successfully completion of first 90 days)****
Position: Clubhouse Specialist 1 – Full Time Hospitality Unit
Location: Springfield MA
Rate of Pay: $19.55 per hour
Hours: 40 Hours per week, Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm
Summary:
- Work with adults with mental illness in accomplishing work of the unit, assisting in building their skills, including vocational and social, while assuming responsibility for completion of documentation according to agency policy, procedures, and standards. The Hospitality role specifically works side by side with members to manage the upkeep and functionality of the Clubhouse kitchen and dining area. Responsibilities include menu planning, shopping, food and beverage preparation, service, and cleanup for groups of 30+ people. Individuals with experience working in cafeteria's, schools, and homeless shelters are strongly encouraged to apply!
Qualifications:
- High School/GED plus 1-year related experience and/or training
- Must have a valid driver's license, good driving record and a reliable vehicle
Requirements:
- Experience with the mental health population preferred
- Strong skills in the food prep and serve safe techniques that can be taught to members in the Clubhouse
- Must be organized in the kitchen and have the ability to plan menu's effectively
- Strong time management skills required
- Ability to serve groups of up to 50 people required
- Serve Safe Certification, or similar certification preferred
- Ability to maintain a clean and safe environment
- At least 1- 2 years of hospitality/cooking skills required
- Must be able to travel within the region to access residential settings, employers', and community organizations.
“Viability values our employees and the talents that they bring with them every day. Last year 30 staff members were promoted within the agency to roles that supported their professional growth.”
EXCELLENT BENEFITS FOR ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES INCLUDE:
- Competitive Pay with Promotional Opportunities
- Strong focus on work/life balance
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Health Care and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
- 403(b) Retirement plan with employer match of 100% (up to 4% of employee contribution)
- Company-paid disability insurance, life insurance, and AD&D insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off & Sick Time
- Tuition Scholarship Program
- Professional and personal growth opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program for employees and loved ones
- Preferred ratings for home, renters’, pet, and auto insurance
- Fitness and Weight Loss program support
Who We Are
Our team of 480 dedicated employees share the desire to do meaningful work and make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Rhode Island, and Oklahoma.
Our Mission
Our mission is to build a world in which individuals with disabilities and other disadvantages realize acceptance, inclusion, and access.
Our Vision
Be a community of program participants and staff making inclusion and access of individuals with disabilities or disadvantages a way for people, businesses, and communities to succeed together.
To apply, please see the Careers section of our website at VIABILITY.org. If accommodations are needed for the application process, please call or text us at (413) 461-9486, and we will be happy to assist.