Lived Experience Professional Support Specialist - PT

Mental Health Association; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 22,500 - 27,500; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid medical coverage

Generous 401(k) match

Paid Holidays, Vacation, Personal and Sick time

Job summary

The Mental Health Association is looking for Lived Experience Professional Support Specialists at their Community Wellness Center in Sussex County, New Jersey. The role entails providing peer-led support services, engaging individuals while offering culturally competent assistance.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED and related life experience. The position offers a base hourly rate of $25 and benefits including paid medical coverage and a generous retirement plan.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent plus related life experience.
• Knowledge of SAMHSA's core competencies for peer workers.
• Ability to network with community resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide transportation to consumers as needed.
• Deliver culturally competent services.
• Engage individuals using lived experience.

Skills

Engaging with individuals

Networking

Discussion on substance use and mental health

Knowledge of community resources

Valid driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Overview

The Mental Health Association is seeking Lived Experience Professional Support Specialists for our Community Wellness Center, operating out of Sussex County. 20 hours per week

The Drop-in/Wellness Center is a community-based non-medical support center that is designed using a living room model (drop-in center) to serve individuals in a welcoming, safe and stigma free environment. The Community Drop-in/Wellness Centers will offer various optional peer-led groups and activities throughout the day/evening that will enhance wellness and recovery to all individuals from all different backgrounds, including those with mental illness.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or GED equivalent plus related life experience.
• The knowledge of and the ability to adhere to SAMHSA's core competencies for peer workers in behavioral health services.
• The ability to engage with individuals.
• The ability to network with a variety of both formal and informal community resources and supports.
• The ability to discuss and educate individuals on substance use and mental health.
• Awareness of community resources available and knowledge on eligibility criteria and requirements.
• Must have a current and valid driver's license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Providing transportation to consumers, as needed.
• Providing culturally competent services related to race, age, ethnicity, gender, and sexual orientation.
• Sharing lived experience while providing strengths-based, person-centered services.
• Providing engagement and skill-building services in a collaborative and caring relationship.
• Providing case management and ongoing linkage to community supports.
• Providing support in recovery planning.
• Providing evidence-based practices (Harm Reduction, Motivational Interviewing, etc.).
• Providing effective advocacy.
• Assisting with managing crises and de-escalation.
• Promoting the integration of physical and mental health wellness.
• Promoting growth and development.
• Promoting community integration and assisting individuals with utilizing all available community supports that best meet their needs.
• Attending supervision meetings and agency staff meetings.
• Attending meetings with program partners and community providers.Completing Social Determinants of Health and UCLA Loneliness Assessments.

Compensation and Reporting

Base Hourly Rate: $25

Reports to: Wellness Manager

Benefits

Fully paid medical coverage for eligible staff.

Generous 401(k) match.

Plentiful Paid Holidays, Vacation, Personal and Sick time.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MHAEM is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is MHAEM’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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