Certified Peer - MH/SUD (5791)

Center for Family Services; Denville, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick pay

Personal time off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health & Wellness Activities

Ongoing Training & Development

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Center for Family Services is seeking a Peer Support Specialist for the Crisis Receiving Stabilization Center (CRSC). This part-time, day-shift role provides recovery-focused support to adults in crisis, with a $22 per hour wage and a $250 sign-on bonus.

Responsibilities include facilitating recovery activities, offering trauma-informed care, and guiding clients through behavioral health resources while maintaining accurate records and collaborating with the team.

Qualifications

• Must have lived experience related to the population served.
• Credential as CPRS, NCPRSS, CRSP or DMHAS-approved peer credential.
• Demonstration of sound decision-making both personally and professionally.
• Must have a valid driver's license with a clean record.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource to consumers and support persons on recovery topics.
• Greet and assist consumers in acclimating to the center environment.
• Provide supportive companionship and trauma-informed interactions.
• Facilitate group activities to promote recovery and wellness.
• Share information on behavioral health services and systems.
• Complete paperwork and incident reports accurately and timely.
• Coordinate with staff to promote quality consumer care.
• Participate in trainings, meetings, and performance improvement efforts.

Skills

Lived MH experience

Recovery experience

Strong communication

Documentation skills

Education

CPRS / NCPRSS / CRSP credential

Job description

Take advantage of our new sign-on bonus! Center for Family Services is a place where you can be part of a dynamic, top workplace team dedicated to improving lives. When you apply and get hired, you are eligible for a $250 sign-on bonus.

Job Type/Status: Part Time - Day (Wednesday, 12 hours)

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.

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.*

• Sick pay and personal time off
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health & Wellness Activities
• Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities
• Opportunity for advancement

About Employment 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 the 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.