Resident Mentor - Sober Living Housing (49730)

Paycom; Long Branch (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom is seeking a Resident Mentor in Long Branch, NJ to support a recovery community and work with our clinical team to maintain a therapeutic house culture. You will model a sober lifestyle, mentor residents, and promote peer support and self-help concepts across multiple shifts.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, safety, confidentiality, and documenting behavioral observations with clinical professionalism. Prior experience is welcomed but not required.

Qualifications

• Passion vs Experience: We welcome candidates who are new to the field but possess a deep commitment to recovery.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Safety: Must pass all mandatory pre-employment screenings, including background checks and health screenings.
• Clean Record: Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record for at least 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Recovery Mentorship & Empowerment: Provide direct guidance by modeling healthy boundaries and effective communication. Use your passion or lived experience to help residents navigate the 12-step model, encouraging them to solve problems through peer support and self-help concepts.
• Crisis Intervention & Resolution: Act as the primary point of contact for house conflicts. Utilize proactive de-escalation techniques and thoughtful decision-making to manage high-stress situations, ensuring a calm, therapeutic environment during swing and overnight shifts.
• Safety, Accountability & Compliance: Maintain a substance-free facility through regular room checks, facility walkthroughs, and drug/alcohol screenings. Uphold program integrity by enforcing house rules fairly and maintaining strict HIPAA confidentiality.
• Operational Excellence & Coordination: Facilitate resident orientations, admissions, and discharges. Accompany residents to appointments and community meetings, while ensuring all behavioral observations and incidents are documented with clinical professionalism.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

De-escalation

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Long Branch, NJ 07740, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $20.00 - $24.00 Hourly, About Us - Mission & Values

Summary

As a Resident Mentor, you are more than a supervisor, you are a pillar of our recovery community. We are looking for mission-driven individuals who are deeply passionate about the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and Mental Health (MH) field. Whether you are driven by a personal journey (lived experience), a professional calling, or a desire to give back, your primary role is to model a healthy, sober lifestyle while maintaining a safe and accountable environment. You will work as a vital link between the residents and our clinical team, ensuring that the house culture remains therapeutic and supportive.

Shift Availability

We are looking for reliable team members to fill multiple shifts.

• First Shift: 7:30am-4pm
• Second Shift: 3:30pm-12am
• Third Shift: 12am-8:30am

Available Schedule Options

• Sunday-Thursday
• Tues-Saturday
• Thursday-Monday

Key Responsibilities

• Recovery Mentorship & Empowerment: Provide direct guidance by modeling healthy boundaries and effective communication. Use your passion or lived experience to help residents navigate the 12-step model, encouraging them to solve problems through peer support and self-help concepts.
• Crisis Intervention & Resolution: Act as the primary point of contact for house conflicts. Utilize proactive de-escalation techniques and thoughtful decision-making to manage high-stress situations, ensuring a calm, therapeutic environment during swing and overnight shifts.
• Safety, Accountability & Compliance: Maintain a substance-free facility through regular room checks, facility walkthroughs, and drug/alcohol screenings. Uphold program integrity by enforcing house rules fairly and maintaining strict HIPAA confidentiality.
• Operational Excellence & Coordination: Facilitate resident orientations, admissions, and discharges. Accompany residents to appointments and community meetings, while ensuring all behavioral observations and incidents are documented with clinical professionalism.

Qualifications: Requirements

• Passion vs Experience: We welcome candidates who are new to the field but possess a deep commitment to recovery. Whether through lived experience or a career calling, you must demonstrate a genuine desire to help others navigate the journey of sobriety.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Safety: Must pass all mandatory pre-employment screenings, including background checks and health screenings.
• Clean Record: Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record for at least 5 years.