Social Practitioner

Mental Health Connections; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mental Health Connections in Concord, California operates Connections House, a Clubhouse program supporting adults living with mental illness through meaningful work, community, and recovery. We are seeking a compassionate Social Practitioner who collaborates with members in a recovery-focused environment.

In this role, you will guide members through the Work-Ordered Day, help with job searches, résumés, interview prep, and build relationships with local employers to create opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in behavioral health or community programs.
• Experience with employer outreach, job coaching, and résumé development.
• Valid California Driver's License with a clean driving record.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to balance administrative work with direct member engagement.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with members throughout the Work-Ordered Day.
• Provide peer-informed support that promotes recovery and community inclusion.
• Identify employment goals, strengths, interests, skills, and barriers with members.
• Assist members with job searches, résumés, cover letters, interview preparation, and workplace readiness.
• Develop relationships with local employers and community partners to create employment opportunities.
• Assist with community outreach, events, and special projects.
• Help maintain a welcoming, safe, and inclusive Clubhouse environment.
• Collaborate with staff and members to ensure the Clubhouse operates as a shared community.

Skills

Employment coaching

Communication skills

Relationship building

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Social media platforms

Creative and organized

Tools

Photography

Videography

Graphic design

Social media management

Job description

Join Our Team

Operated by Mental Health Connections, Connections House is an internationally accredited Clubhouse program dedicated to supporting adults living with mental illness through meaningful work, community, and recovery. We are seeking a compassionate, energetic, and creative Social Practitioner who enjoys working alongside members in a collaborative, recovery-focused environment.

This is not a traditional case management position. As a Social Practitioner, you'll work side‑by‑side with members in the daily operation of the Clubhouse, helping create opportunities for growth, purpose, and connection.

What You'll Do

As part of our team, you will:

• Work collaboratively with members throughout the Work-Ordered Day, encouraging participation and building meaningful relationships.
• Provide peer-informed support that promotes recovery, independence, and community inclusion.
• Meet individually with members to identify employment goals, strengths, interests, skills, and potential barriers.
• Assist members with job searches, applications, résumé development, cover letters, interview preparation, and workplace readiness.
• Develop relationships with local employers and community partners to create employment opportunities for members.
• Assist with community outreach, events, and special projects.
• Help maintain a welcoming, safe, and inclusive Clubhouse environment.
• Collaborate with staff and members to ensure the Clubhouse operates as a shared community where everyone contributes.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about mental health recovery, employment services, and community-based support.
• Comfortable providing hands‑on employment coaching and individualized support.
• Creative and organized, with strong communication skills.
• Able to build authentic relationships with diverse individuals.
• Flexible and willing to jump into a variety of daily tasks.
• Comfortable using computers, Microsoft Office, and social media platforms.
• Able to balance administrative work with direct member engagement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in behavioral health, peer support, social services, or community programs.
• Experience with employer outreach, job coaching, career planning, résumé development, and interview preparation.
• Familiarity with benefits planning, workplace accommodations, and community employment resources is a plus.
• Experience with photography, videography, graphic design, or social media management is a plus.
• Valid California Driver's License with a clean driving record.

Why Connections House?

At Connections House, you'll be part of a team that believes recovery happens through meaningful relationships, shared work, and community. Connections House provides a safe and welcoming place where participants (called members, not patients or clients) build on personal strengths instead of focusing on illness.

If you're looking for a career where your work has a lasting impact and where you can help build a community of hope, purpose, and belonging, we'd love to hear from you.