# Lead Mental Health Social Practitioner - Clubhouse Program

**Company:** [Pacific Health Group](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/5K7aG2gDjKxvvQLYG3yU7r.md)
**Location:** South San Diego, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Clubhouse Program

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## Description

**Schedule:** Monday – Friday | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

**Compensation:** $31.00 – $33.00 per hour

**Location:** In-Person (North Central San Diego, South San Diego)

**FLSA Status:** Non-Exempt

At Pacific Health Group, we are at the forefront of revolutionizing healthcare. You will play a vital role in this mission. We are dedicated to improving health outcomes by addressing social determinants of health and coordinating comprehensive community-based services through our programs.

As a Mental Health Social Practitioner (MHSP), you will support individuals living with serious mental illness (SMI) through a recovery-oriented, community-based model rooted in the Clubhouse philosophy—where “community is therapy.”

About Pacific Health Group

Pacific Health Group is committed to delivering innovative, compassionate, and community-driven care. Our Clubhouse Program provides a structured, empowering environment where members and staff work side-by-side to build skills, foster independence, and support long-term recovery.

  

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**

Lead Duties & Staff Support

-   Serve as a direct resource and mentor for the Mental Health Social Practitioner team.
-   Assist the Program Manager with onboarding, training, and orienting new staff to the Clubhouse model.
-   Provide real-time coaching and feedback to Practitioners on engagement strategies and documentation.
-   Collaborate closely with the Program Manager to maintain accountability, performance standards, and quality of care delivery.
-   In the absence of the Program Manager, act as the point of contact for operational and member-related decisions.

Member Engagement & Support

-   Build and maintain meaningful relationships with Clubhouse members.
-   Orient new members to the Clubhouse philosophy, work-ordered-day structure, transitional employment, and other Clubhouse opportunities.
-   Facilitate daily Clubhouse activities aligned with the work-ordered day, working side-by-side with members to operate all program functions 
-   Support members in achieving goals related to housing, employment, education, and wellness.
-   Provide advocacy and de-escalation support during challenging or crisis situations.

Program Coordination & Quality Assurance

-   Ensure program activities remain aligned with Clubhouse International standards and evidence-based practices.
-   Co-facilitate and ensure preparation and timeliness of regularly scheduled program meetings.
-   Maintain accurate and Medi-Cal compliant member records, completing necessary documentation in a timely manner.
-   Monitor documentation accuracy and timeliness among Practitioners, providing guidance to ensure Medi-Cal compliance.
-   Assist the Manager in tracking member engagement, participation metrics, and program outcomes.
-   Help maintain a safe, clean, and functional work environment.

Employment & Education Support

-   Support transitional and supported employment placements alongside Practitioners.
-   Assist members with job readiness, applications, and training.
-   Foster relationships with employers and education providers.

Community Engagement & Social Programming

-   Build and maintain relationships with community partners, employers, and stakeholders.
-   Represent the Clubhouse program at provider meetings and coordinated care efforts alongside the Manager.
-   Model positive relationships and foster a culture of collaboration and support.
-   Participate in social, wellness, and outreach activities.

Who Thrives in This Role

-   Is passionate about mental health recovery and community-based care
-   Builds trust easily and connects with diverse populations
-   Thrives in collaborative, team-based environments
-   Is proactive, compassionate, and solution-oriented
-   Is comfortable working in dynamic, people-focused settings

Work Requirements

-   Ability to work on-site full-time in San Diego locations
-   Ability to participate in occasional evenings, weekends, or events
-   Valid California Driver’s License, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance
-   Ability to attend required Clubhouse training and program-related trainings 

**REQUIREMENTS:** 

-   Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Rehabilitation Counseling, or related field (preferred)
-   Experience working with individuals living with serious mental illness or related populations
-   Previous experience mentoring, training, or supporting staff strongly preferred
-   Strong understanding of mental health practices, recovery models, and trauma-informed care
-   Experience with Medi-Cal documentation and behavioral health systems preferred
-   Excellent communication, interpersonal, and engagement skills
-   Strong organizational and time management abilities
-   Must be proficient in technology, including documentation systems and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel)
-   Knowledge of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion principles
-   Bilingual preferred