Mental Health Specialist - part time

iHire; Perth Amboy (NJ); On-site; Part time

Job summary

The Raritan Bay Area YMCA seeks a part-time Mental Health Program Specialist dedicated to supporting mental health initiatives. This role involves program recruitment, conducting assessments, and managing cases, as well as delivering educational workshops. Ideal candidates will have a related degree and experience with children and families, ensuring emotional safety for participants.

Benefits

Free YMCA Employee & Family Membership

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid NJ Sick Leave

Subsidized Child Care

Discounted Program Fees

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and families.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus.
• Ability to pass state and federal background checks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee program recruitment and conduct participant assessments.
• Manage cases and deliver individual and group programming.
• Facilitate meetings and coordinate program events.

Skills

Empathy

Cultural competence

Communication

Education

Associates or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university

Tools

Electronic Health Record System

Job description

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The Raritan Bay Area YMCA is seeking a part-time Mental Health Program Specialist to support the Mental Health department with the implementation of mental health prevention and intervention programs.

For years, the Raritan Bay Area YMCA has been a cornerstone of the Perth Amboy community and beyond. Our impact continues to grow through programs centered on our three Areas of Focus: Healthy Living, Youth Development, and Social Responsibility. The Y’s Mental Health Services Department is dedicated to addressing the critical need for accessible, high-quality mental and behavioral health services, as well as social support, for individuals of all ages.

Under the supervision of the Director of Mental Health Services, the Mental Health Program Specialist will be responsible for overseeing program recruitment, conducting participant assessments and screenings, managing cases, delivering individual and group programming and curricula, and coordinating various programs and events.

While demonstrating a commitment to the YMCA's core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, and Faith, the Mental Health Program Specialist will also be passionate about mental health and well-being; exhibit exceptional empathy, cultural competence, with the ability to work effectively in a diverse, multilingual community.

Essential Duties

• Learn and deliver various program curricula such as Strengthening Families, Overcoming Obstacles, and Skills to Pay the Bills.
• Facilitate the recruitment of program participants including responding to calls and inquiries from potential program participants in a respectful and professional manner and engaging in networking and marketing efforts.
• Coordinate and prepare for meetings and events including room reservation, set-up and breakdown.
• Utilize electronic health record, internal and external programs/software to create and submit assigned documentation in a timely, accurate manner including but not limited to time sheets, progress and group notes.
• Conduct initial basic screenings and assessments for program participants.
• Engage with program participants weekly to support the realization of Individual Success Plans, Treatment Plans and Goal Achievement.
• Support event coordination and execution for Department of Mental Health Services such as marketing/tabling events, fairs and presentations.
• Facilitate the creation of an environment that fosters physical and emotional safety for program participants and families.
• Responsible for other duties, as assigned.
  
  

Position Details

• Nonexempt: 15-25 hours per week. Typical hours vary. Some evenings and weekends will be required as needed for programming
• Start: August 1st, 2025
  
  

Benefits Include

• Monthly Team Training
• Free YMCA Employee & Family Membership *
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan - eligible upon hire
• Paid NJ Sick Leave
• Subsidized Child Care
• Discounted Program Fees
• YMCA Retirement Fund - when eligible (with 8% Y contribution, 4% employee) *
• Contingencies Apply
  
  

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children and families.
• Appropriate education and/or experience, may include an Associates or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college, or one to three years of related experience.
• Obtain and successfully pass state and federal criminal background check via fingerprinting.
• Utilization of Electronic Health Record System and other data entry systems.
• Reliable and punctual with ability to complete independent tasks while being part of the collaborate team and effort.
• Language Skills - Spanish and English bilingual a plus. Excellent written and verbal/nonverbal abilities in languages.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of
• the community.
• Exemplary cultural competence.
• Familiar with the culture and mission of the organization
  
  

The Raritan Bay Area YMCA is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary: $23 Hourly

Bonus/Commission: No

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider and Consulting

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care, Mental Health Care, and Medical Practices

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