A club based on the Fountain House model which offers vocational services and an opportunity for social interaction to persons recovering from mental or emotional illness.
Members must be CSS eligible and may be referred by other agencies or institutions. Self referrals are also welcome.
The vocational program assists members in obtaining employment in the local community and with the basic skills necessary to become employed, or stay employed. On the job training, is provided by a vocational job coach who accompanies members to job sites. The job coach is gradually phased out, but follow-up support is provided for the duration of the position.
Supported education program consists of groups that provide information on daily living skills such as wellness and recovery, nutrition, stress and emotions and safety to name a few. Travel Activity Club provides recreational activities that promote positive integration into the community.
Supported education program provides educational coach support for OCCC students with a psychiatric disability. Also GED and basic literacy program.
