Social Practitioner – Music & Podcast Unit

NYDIS inspires, connects, and equips faith communities to serve our neighbors in times of crisis and suffering, by building pathways to recovery, resilience and social justice.Our vision is world where all people can mitigate or recover from crisis and thrive—with justice, dignity, and the unwavering certainty that they are valued and cared for unconditionally.

We are seeking dynamic Social Practitioner to lead Music & Podcast Unit in our new 600-member Adult Clubhouse on Manhattan’s Lower East Side/Chinatown neighborhood – Elements House-LES, a member of Clubhouse International. Reporting to the Assistant Director, the Social Practitioner (Music & Podcast Unit) supports members in producing music, podcasts, audio storytelling, and digital content that promote recovery, confidence, community voice, and creative expression. The position is open to U.S. Citizens or Green Card holders – any other applicants are required to have their own valid work authorization in place at the time of applying for NYDIS job openings.

Responsibilities:

• Work with members to design, plan, and lead daily music and podcast production activities.
• Facilitate hands-on learning in audio equipment use, recording software, studio etiquette, and creative content development.
• Support members in creating podcasts, interviews, spoken word, music tracks, and wellness-focused content.
• Model and coach communication, storytelling, teamwork, and media literacy.
• Integrate individualized goals into unit tasks and maintain studio schedules and equipment.
• Build relationships with local media organizations, college radio, music studios, and podcast networks.
• Coordinate opportunities for member showcases, collaborations, and community-based audio projects.
• Support public-facing content such as clubhouse updates and storytelling series.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation on employment activities, training participation, and member outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with all Clubhouse, NYDIS, and DOHMH policies and reporting requirements.
• Support audits, performance reviews, and internal evaluation processes.
• Attend staff meetings, professional development, and Clubhouse International training courses as required

Qualifications include:

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience required; graduate degree preferred.
• 1-3+ years working with individuals with serious mental illness or in a community setting.
• 1-2 years in coaching/counseling and vocational rehabilitation preferred.
• Bilingual candidates are preferred, with a focus on Chinese and/or Spanish.
• Proven experience with mental health crisis management by supporting and counseling members.

Salary range, $55,000-$65,000 commensurate with experience - with excellent benefits.

No Phone Calls: Send Cover Letter, Resume & 3 Professional References to jobs@nydis.org

All qualified candidates should apply; candidates from ethnic and religious minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. NYDIS does not discriminate against any individual or group for reasons of age, color, creed, culture, gender, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or race.

Mandarin, Chinese, Spanish