Support Worker | Mental Health

Collaborative-Support-Programs; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

PTO 6 weeks

Holidays 11

Job summary

CSPNJ is a mental health nonprofit in New Jersey seeking a full-time Support Worker. You will provide direct support, skill development, and link residents to community resources to promote independent living.

Role involves 70-80% fieldwork, creating progress notes, and collaborating with partners to address housing, healthcare, employment, and education needs. Must have a Bachelor’s degree in a mental health discipline.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in a mental health related discipline.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, timely, and accurate progress notes in line with clinical and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to carry out essential domestic responsibilities in support of daily living.
• Strong communication skills that promote collaboration and positive relationships.
• Patient and emotionally resilient to handle challenging situations.
• Ability to remain calm, exercise good judgment, and adapt to changing circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Work in the field 70-80% meeting residents on service plans and assessing needs.
• Complete progress notes at time of service in compliance with standards.
• Provide direct support, skill development, and link residents to community resources.
• Assist residents toward independent living and realising their potential.
• Build collaborations with community organizations and service providers.

Skills

Strong communication

MS Office

Trauma-informed

Empathy

Time management

Driver's license

Bilingual

Mental health experience

Documentation skills

Patience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a mental health related discipline

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About this position

Description: CSPNJ a mental health nonprofit agency is looking for a full-time Support Worker(s). 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).

Schedule : 8:0am to 4:30pm Monday through Friday. No exceptions!

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

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

Requirements

• MUST have a Bachelor’s degree in a mental health related discipline.
• 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.

Salary Information

$19.23 - $21.63Hourly Wage