Field-Based Mental Health Support Worker: Empower Independence

Collaborative Support Programs of NJ; Absecon (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

6 weeks PTO

11 Holidays

Job summary

Collaborative Support Programs of NJ is seeking a full-time Support Worker to provide direct support, skill development, and resource linkage for residents with mental health or substance use challenges.

Work mainly in the field (70–80%) and manage a caseload of 25–30 while ensuring progress notes meet regulatory standards. A NJ driver’s license is required; bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mental health preferred; or HS diploma with 3+ years related experience.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise progress notes in line with regulatory requirements.
• Ability to support daily living and essential domestic tasks.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Patience and emotional resilience.
• Calm under pressure; good judgment and adaptability.
• Prioritize tasks and manage time for multiple residents.
• Proficient in MS Office and basic computer literacy.
• Empathy, professionalism, and trauma-informed approach for individuals with mental health diagnoses.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.
• Must have a valid NJ Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.
• Lived experience valued by CSPNJ.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support, skill development, and linkage to community resources.
• Work predominantly in the field (70–80%) with residents on service plans.
• Manage a caseload of 25–30 residents and complete progress notes per regulatory standards.
• Assist residents to live independently and achieve goals in the plan.
• Collaborate with community organizations to expand access to housing, healthcare, employment, and services.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience and resilience

Caseload management

Bilingual (bonus)

Education

Bachelor's degree in mental health

HS diploma + 3+ years experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Collaborative Support Programs of NJ is seeking a full-time Support Worker to provide direct support, skill development, and resource linkage for residents with mental health or substance use challenges.

Work mainly in the field (70–80%) and manage a caseload of 25–30 while ensuring progress notes meet regulatory standards. A NJ driver’s license is required; bilingual skills are a plus.