Wellness Center Manager | Community Drop-In

Job Type: Full-time | Location: Newark

About the role

CSPNJ, a mental health nonprofit is looking for a full-time Wellness Center Manager in Newark. Under the direction of the Regional Coordinator, the Manager is responsible for managing, coordinating, and overseeing operations and activities at the center including a team of mentors and a Resource Specialist. Wellness Centers provide a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment where adults experiencing life challenges can connect with others, access resources, build supportive relationships, and focus on their wellness and recovery.

Responsibilities

• Conduct community outreach to promote center services, building partnerships with local organizations, and ensuring access to resources for members.
• Foster a welcoming environment, track operational metrics, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with policies.
• Coordinate referral services, life skills workshops, vocational awareness, self-care opportunities, creative arts activities, peer support, access to tangible goods.
• Foster partnerships with local organizations, community leaders to enhance the center's visibility and relevance, actively engaging in community events and initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a mental health discipline preferred; alternatively, a high school diploma with 2+ years of related work/lived experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a supervisory role.
• Proficient in MS Office products as well as general computer literacy.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written; attention to detail, and ability to multi–task and stay organized.
• Track record of engagement and passion for building the community.
• Knowledge of wellness, the mental health system and community resources.
• Ability to effectively communicate and relate to a diverse population in a multicultural environment.
• Proven ability to engage and support individuals with mental health diagnoses using empathy, professionalism, and trauma‑informed practices.
• Bilingual skills a plus!
• MUST have a valid NJ Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.
• Lived Experience: CSPNJ prioritizes hiring individuals who use their personal experience with mental health diagnoses or substance use to inspire, support, and empower others.

Benefits

• Medical, free DMO dental & free vision
• 6 weeks PTO
• 11 Holidays

Pay

Hourly Rate: $24.04