Support Worker | Mental Health

Collaborative Support Programs of NJ; Eatontown (NJ); On-site; USD 26,491 - 29,797; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Free DMO dental

Free vision

6 weeks PTO

11 Holidays

Job summary

Collaborative Support Programs of NJ is actively seeking a full-time Support Worker to assist individuals with mental health or substance use disabilities. This role involves providing direct support and skill development while promoting community engagement and self-sufficiency.

The ideal candidate will possess relevant experience or a degree in a mental health field. The position offers competitive hourly rates, medical benefits, and ample paid time off among other perks.

Qualifications

• Must possess either a bachelor's degree in a mental health-related discipline or a high school diploma with 3 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to prepare clear and accurate progress notes.
• Excellent communication and people skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support and skill development to residents.
• Facilitate community resource linkages for residents.
• Advocate for residents to empower self-advocacy.

Skills

Communication skills

Assessment skills

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Empathy

Bilingual skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a mental health-related discipline

High school diploma with 3 years relevant work experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Description

CSPNJ a mental health nonprofit agency is looking for a full‑time Support Worker. Under the direction of the Deputy Director 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).

Benefits

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

• Qualified candidates must possess either a bachelor's degree in a mental health‑related discipline or a high school diploma and at least three years of relevant work or lived experience.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, timely, and accurate billable progress notes in accordance with clinical, regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication, assessment, and people skills.
• A prominent level of patience and emotional resilience.
• The ability to remain calm under pressure when dealing with challenging situations.
• Great critical thinking skills and the ability to adapt and act accordingly to situations.
• Highly organized with proven ability to manage time efficiently in fast‑paced environments.
• Exceptional time management to be able to support the needs of 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 prioritizes hiring people who use their own life experience dealing with mental health/substance use challenges to inspire and support others.