Chrysalis Clubhouse seeks Clubhouse Generalist
Position based in Madison, WI
Job Title: Clubhouse Generalist
Location:
Chrysalis Clubhouse (2425 Atwood Ave, Downtown Madison, WI) + Community-Based Across Dane County
Status:
Full-Time, Salaried- Exempt (Mon–Fri, 8:00AM - 4:00PM with occasional evenings, weekends, & holidays)
Starting Salary: $48,000 to $55,000 / year (Commensurate with experience)
About Chrysalis Clubhouse
The Chrysalis Clubhouse is a welcoming, inclusive community where adults with mental health and substance use challenges come together to build relationships, pursue vocational and educational goals, and support one another’s recovery.
As a proud Accredited member of Clubhouse International, we operate using a unique model where staff and members work side-by-side as equal colleagues to manage every aspect of the Clubhouse. Together, we focus on:
Career & Skill Development: Employment/education goals, digital literacy, written/verbal communication, and self-advocacy.
Wellness & Life Skills: Healthy cooking, financial literacy, meal prep, and teamwork.
Learn more about our mission at workwithchrysalis.org or explore the global Clubhouse movement at clubhouseinternational.org.
About the Role:
As a Clubhouse Generalist, you will provide recovery-oriented, person-centered psychosocial rehabilitation services. Rather than sitting behind a desk, you will roll up your sleeves and work side-by-side with Clubhouse members to run the daily operations of our space, cultivate relationships, and build meaningful life and employment skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Guide the Work-Ordered Day: Work side-by-side with members on daily tasks, including kitchen and shared meal preparation, the Chrysalis Pops garden/sales team, member outreach, budgeting/cashiering, and welcoming new members/tours.
Provide 1:1 & Group Support: Help members explore vocational opportunities, reframe negative self-talk, build social skills, and navigate goal-setting barriers.
Foster Person-Centered Recovery: Actively participate as a member of treatment/recovery teams, advocating for self-determination and educating partners on the Clubhouse model.
Engage the Community: Accompany members out in the community for temporary employment placements (TEPs), errands, educational visits, and social recreation.
Maintain Timely Documentation: Keep accurate, up-to-date progress notes, hour logs, and reports using electronic data systems.
What We’re Looking For: Core Strengths & Mindset:
Authentic & Inclusive: A community-minded, fun-loving spirit who leads with empathy, humility, active listening, and a sense of humor.
Belief in Human Potential: Passionate about discovering people’s unique strengths to foster independence and confidence.
Adaptable & Relational: Thrive in a dynamic, dynamic environment and feel confident deconstructing projects so multiple members can participate.
Qualifications
Experience:
Prior experience working in Human Services, rehabilitative settings, mental health/substance use support, or vocational programs.
Technical Skills:
Computer literacy (Google Workspace/Gmail, Microsoft Word, Excel) and comfort learning electronic health/data systems.
Mobility Requirements:
Valid driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle for work, and active auto insurance (for local community travel and member transport).
Preferred:
Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Social Work, Rehab Psychology, Psychology, Occupational Therapy, or Human Services; lived experience with recovery; bilingual skills (Spanish); or prior CCS/CRS experience.
Population We Serve: We work alongside diverse community members across Dane County. Candidates should possess strong cultural humility and feel comfortable working with individuals representing a variety of backgrounds, including:
Mental health and substance use challenges J
ustice system involvement
Multicultural, multi-ability, and LGBTQIA+ identities
Collaborative Clubhouse Hub (~65%): Based at our downtown Madison Clubhouse in a shared office & kitchen environment that promotes open communication and teamwork.
Community Work (15%–25%): Delivering direct support in Dane County workplaces, member homes, treatment centers, and community spaces.
Schedule:
Primary hours are Monday–Friday, Day Shift (approx. 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM), with occasional holiday, evening/weekend hours for social activities, job support, or conferences.
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability + Life Insurance (Principal
401(k) / Retirement Plan
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Package & Paid Holidays
Flexible Scheduling Options
Mileage Reimbursement for work travel
EAP & Wellness Support
Ongoing Clubhouse International & Professional Development Training
Our Commitment to Equity
Chrysalis, Inc. is an equitable, inclusive, and recovery-friendly community & workplace. We actively work to dismantle systems of racial and social oppression, commit to cultivating a harm-free environment, and proudly embody a community of diverse lived experiences.
