Wellness Mentor | Community Drop In

Highlights

• Work with the manager to support the Agency mission by meeting and identifying needs of the local community and make connections with other relevant organizations and agencies.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of community resources and agencies to ensure members have access to robust support such as referrals to substance use recovery agencies, food banks, financial support agencies, and more.
• Collaborate with manager and members to plan and conduct all aspects of day-to-day operations of the center.
• Ensure smooth daily operations of the center by maintaining a clean, organized environment.

Requirements

• MUST have a High School Diploma / GED.
• Peer Certification preferred.
• Outstanding ability to build strong, effective relationships with others.
• Demonstrates a willingness to openly share lived experience, including current or past use of mental health and/or addiction services, experiences of homelessness, and elements of their personal recovery.
• Familiarity with the 8 dimensions of wellness, the mental health system, and available resources in the region.
• Make and maintain contacts and positive relationships with individuals who receive or have received mental health and/or substance abuse services.
• Proven ability to engage and support individuals with mental health diagnoses using empathy, professionalism, and trauma-informed practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with strong overall computer literacy.
• Bilingual skills are a plus!
• MUST have Valid NJ Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.
• Lived Experience: CSPNJ prioritizes hiring people who use their own life experience dealing with mental health/substance use issues to inspire and support others.

Qualifications

Not specified

Skills

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Benefits

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Schedule

Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday: 1:00pm-7:00pm

Pay

Hourly Rate: $17.50 - $19.23 per hour