Certified Peer - MH/SUD (5789)

Center for Family Services; Denville, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent PTO

401k Plan

Medical Insurance

Prescription Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health & Wellness Activities

Training & Professional Development

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Center For Family Services is seeking an experienced Peer Support Specialist for the Crisis Receiving Stabilization Center (CRSC) in New Jersey. The role is full-time, daytime, and pays $22 per hour.

You’ll support adults in a 24-hour psychiatric crisis setting with trauma-informed care and group activities to promote recovery and engagement. You must have lived experience, a recognized peer credential (CPRS/NCPRSS/CRSP), and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Must have lived experience relevant to the population served and at least two years of recovery.
• Certification as CPRS, NCPRSS, CRSP, or other DMHAS-approved Peer Specialist credential required.
• Demonstration of sound decision-making skills and a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource to consumers and support persons on managing mental illness and related areas.
• Greet consumers, assist acclimation to the stabilization center, and provide supportive companionship.
• Apply trauma-informed care and actively listen to consumers and families.
• Facilitate group activities promoting recovery, wellness, coping skills, connection and stabilization.
• Provide information about behavioral health services and how to access them in New Jersey.
• Complete paperwork and incident reports neatly and timely, and communicate with staff to ensure quality care.

Skills

Lived experience

Recovery experience

Positive decision-making

Job description

Job Type/Status: Full Time, (Daytime)

Salary: $22 per hour

PROGRAM SUMMARY:

Center For Family Services is seeking experienced and professional Peer Support Specialist for the Crisis Receiving Stabilization Center (CRSC). This is a 24-hour psychiatric crisis center for adults experiencing a mental health crisis. The Crisis Receiving Stabilization Center provides a nurturing and supportive environment where our consumers can receive therapeutic interventions for up to 24 hours.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as resource to other consumers and support persons (such as friends and family members identified by the consumer) on issues related to the effective management of mental illness in areas such as symptom reduction, relapse prevention, stress management, social skills, depression, anxiety and healthy relationships.
• Use prior personal experiences with mental health services in a positive manner for consumers/families
• Greet consumers upon entry into the stabilization center, assist them in acclimating to the environment.
• Provide supportive companionship to consumers.
• Apply trauma informed care approach to consumer interactions.
• Actively listen to consumers and family members.
• Facilitate supportive group activities for consumers that promote recovery, wellness, coping skills, connection, and stabilization.
• Support the concept/philosophy of wellness and recovery.
• Provide consumers and support persons with information about how to obtain information about behavioral health issues and services available.
• Help consumers and support persons understand the behavioral health systems in New Jersey.
• Complete all assigned paperwork in a neat, accurate and timely manner.
• Complete incident reports according to policy in a timely, accurate manner.
• Communicate with other staff as necessary to promote quality consumer care.
• Participate in required staff trainings and staff meetings as scheduled.
• Participate in Center and Program performance improvement activities.
• Provide (using program vehicle) and/or arrange for transportation services for clients to afford access to services as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the position and in accordance with program policies, training, and regulatory requirements.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• The Peer Specialist must have lived experience relevant to the population served and at least two years of recovery.
• Must hold certification as a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS), National Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (NCPRSS), Certified Recovery Support Practitioner (CRSP), or other DMHAS-approved Peer Specialist credential.
• Demonstration of positive decision-making skills personally and professionally
• Must have current Driver's License and excellent driving record with no violations in the past 3 years.

Benefits:

At the Center for Family Services our employees are our greatest resource and we are committed to investing in our staff. We offer a competitive benefits package as well as ongoing resources that will support staff on their personal and professional journey.*

• Excellent paid time off (PTO) program, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday
• 401k Plan
• Medical insurance plan options
• Prescription Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health & Wellness Activities
• Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities
• Opportunity for advancement

About Employment at Center For Family Services

Apply and get hired at Center For Family Services, a leader in the non-profit sector and named as a top workplace in the region since 2010. As part of our team, you will be recognized as our most valuable resource. Our staff balance best practices with personalized care. Together our team makes a positive difference in the lives of people in need. If you're interested in a rewarding career, Center For Family Services is a great place to grow as a professional. For more information about our top workplace, please visit Center For Family Services website at www.centerffs.org .

Disclaimer

Many positions require motor vehicle record evaluations and medical clearances. Center For Family Services is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.