Career Services Unit
Meaningful opportunities that support employment, education, and growth
This unit focuses on helping Members build essential employment skills that support job readiness and long-term success. Activities include resume writing, job searching, interview preparation, and group discussions around workplace topics and experiences. Members also gain hands-on customer service and cash-handling experience by operating the Clubhouse Snack Bar. In addition, the unit manages Threshold’s social media platforms - creating content, sharing updates, and enhancing community outreach. Educational opportunities are also supported, including GED preparation and access to resources that help Members pursue academic or vocational goals. Through this combination of practical experience, skill development, and learning support, Members are better prepared to achieve their personal and professional aspirations.
Employment Program
Building Skills, Confidence & Pathways to Work
Threshold’s Employment Program provides members with a structured pathway to meaningful, part-time competitive employment while building skills, confidence, and independence. Explore the opportunities below to learn more about the different ways Threshold supports members on their employment journey.
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Threshold’s TE program provides employment opportunities for members seeking to enter or re-enter the workforce. Threshold manages these entry-level positions for employers. Staff train alongside members and provide support as needed. Members work in these part-time entry level positions for a period of 6-9 months whereupon a new member transitions into the position.
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Threshold’s SE program assists members in securing and maintaining jobs with community businesses and employers. These positions can be career-oriented with opportunities for advancement. Threshold’s staff provide on-site, and off-site support as needed. SE jobs offer competitive wages. The level and duration of support vary based on individual needs and job requirements, with the goal of fostering long-term employment success and eventual independence.
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The IE program supports members when they are ready, seeking and obtaining independent employment opportunities. The Clubhouse provides ongoing support and encouragement through its facilities or community-based resources for as long as members remain employed and desire assistance. There is no on-site support at the workplace.
Why Partner with Threshold?
Employment is an important part of the Clubhouse Model and a key area of the International Standards used in Clubhouse accreditation. Our employment partners help make these opportunities possible by giving members the chance to gain real-world experience, build confidence, strengthen workplace skills, and move toward greater independence. Threshold also supports businesses by helping identify and prepare members for employment, providing ongoing support to both the employee and employer, and working closely with partners to support quality and successful placements. Strong relationships with local employers not only create meaningful opportunities for members, but also help Threshold continue strengthening our employment program and meeting the expectations of Clubhouse accreditation.
What Kinds of Positions Are We Looking For?
We are always looking for businesses with entry-level positions that include clear, routine, and trainable responsibilities. Examples may include custodial work such as sweeping, mopping, cleaning common areas, and restocking supplies; food service tasks such as dishwashing, cleaning, and organizing work areas; or clerical duties such as filing, copying, basic data entry, answering phones, and organizing office materials. These types of positions give members the opportunity to build workplace skills, develop confidence, establish a consistent work routine, and gain meaningful experience in the community.
Employment Partners
We are grateful to the businesses that partner with Threshold and help members gain real-world experience, build confidence, strengthen workplace skills, and move toward their employment goals. Their partnership plays an important role in helping members connect their work at Threshold with opportunities in the larger community.
Become an Employment Partner
Help Open the Door to What’s Next
We are always looking to build new relationships with local businesses. If you or someone you know may be interested in becoming an employment partner, please complete our Employment Partner Interest Form or contact our Employment Coordinator, Daniella Gabriel at D.Gabriel@thresholdclubhouse.org to learn more. We would love to see your business represented alongside the partners helping our members grow, work, and succeed.