Wellness Mentor | Community Drop-In

Highlights

• Collaborate with center manager and members to plan and conduct all aspects of day-to-day operations of the center.
• Work with the center manager to meet and identify the needs of the community and to make connections with other organizations and agencies.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of community resources and agencies to ensure members have access to referrals for substance use recovery agencies, food banks, financial support agencies, and more.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Peer Certification preferred.
• Ability to communicate in English, both oral and written.
• Knowledge of wellness, the mental health system, and community resources in the region.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to disclose current or prior use of mental health and/or addiction services and speak openly on aspects of their individual recovery.
• Ability to work with individuals with mental illness in a caring and professional manner.
• Ability to carry out domestic duties.
• Maintain the day-to-day upkeep of the center and inform manager of maintenance issues as well as keeping all common spaces neat and tidy.
• General computer literacy.
• Bilingual skills are a plus!
• Valid NJ Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.

Qualifications

• Lived Experience: CSPNJ prioritizes hiring people who use their own life experience dealing with mental health/substance use issues to inspire and support others.

Skills

• Communication skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of mental health and wellness.
• Community resource knowledge.
• Peer support understanding.

Benefits

• NJESL Eligible.

Pay

Hourly Rate: $17.50 - $19.23 per hour

Schedule

Part-time | 15 hours per week