Support Worker | Mental Health

Collaborative Support Programs of NJ; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Collaborative Support Programs of NJ in Clifton, NJ seeks a full-time Support Worker to provide direct support, skill development, and community resource linkages for residents with psychiatric or substance use disabilities. The role is field-focused (70-80%), with on-call rotation compensation.

Requires a Bachelor’s in a mental health field or 3+ years of related lived experience, strong documentation, and a valid NJ driver’s license. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO and holidays.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; or a high school diploma with 3+ years relevant experience.
• Ability to prepare clear progress notes meeting regulatory standards.
• Ability to support daily living activities.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Must have a valid NJ Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support and skill development to residents.
• Work 70-80% in the field and assess residents’ service plans.
• Maintain timely, compliant progress notes.
• Advocate and connect residents to community resources.

Skills

Strong communication

Empathy & trauma-informed approach

Time management

Bilingual skills (a plus)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mental health or related field

High school diploma with 3+ years lived/work experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Description

CSPNJ a mental health nonprofit agency is looking for a full-time Support Worker(s). Under the direction of the Regional Coordinator, the Support Worker provides direct support, skill development, and community resource linkages to residents who have a psychiatric and/or substance use disability. The Support Worker provides services geared toward enabling residents to live independently and work toward realizing their full potential. In this role, the Support Worker will work mainly in the field (70-80%) meeting with residents on their service plans and assessing their needs. Progress notes should be completed conjointly at the time of service and comply with regulatory standards.

Highlights

• Person centered collaborative approach, designed to provide knowledge, skills, and resources to residents to ensure living in the most independent setting available, and address any emergent issues to ensure their selfcare.
• Provides advocacy and facilitates the development of community-based support systems to enhance person served stability, independence, and overall quality of life.
• Builds collaborative relationships with community organizations, service providers, and support networks to expand access to essential resources, including housing, healthcare, employment, education, and social services.
• Advocates on behalf of person served to ensure their needs are addressed and their rights are protected while empowering individuals to strengthen self-advocacy skills.
• Promotes community engagement and the creation of sustainable support networks that encourage social inclusion, long-term self-sufficiency, and successful community integration.
• Rotating weekends on call by phone (added compensation for on call rotation and any outreaches needed).

Full-time | Benefit Eligible (Medical, free DMO dental & free vision) including 6 weeks PTO & 11 Holidays

Hourly Rate: $19.23 - $21.63 per hour based on education & experience

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a mental health related discipline preferred; alternatively, a high school diploma with 3+ years of related work/ lived experience.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, timely, and accurate billable progress notes in accordance with clinical, regulatory requirements.
• Ability to carry out essential domestic responsibilities in support of daily living.
• Strong communication skills that promote collaboration and positive relationships.
• A prominent level of patience and emotional resilience.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure, demonstrate sound judgment, and adapt effectively to changing situations.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and provide consistent support to multiple residents.
• Proficient in MS Office products, as well as general computer literacy.
• Ability to effectively engage and support individuals with mental health diagnoses through empathy, professionalism, and trauma-informed approaches.
• Bilingual skills a plus!
• MUST have a valid NJ Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.
• Lived Experience: CSPNJ values the perspectives of individuals who have used their own experiences with mental health and/or substance use challenges to inspire, support, and empower others.

Hourly Rate: $19.23 - $21.63 based on credentials