Support Worker | Mental Health

Collaborative Support Programs of NJ; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off 6 weeks

11 Holidays

Job summary

Collaborative Support Programs of NJ (CSPNJ) is seeking full-time Support Workers to assist residents with psychiatric or substance use challenges. You will work primarily in the field (70-80%), applying person-centered planning to support independence and build community linkages.

You will document progress notes in a timely, accurate manner and collaborate with the Supportive Housing Coordinator to ensure regulatory compliance and service plan goals are met. Bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in mental health field preferred.
• Strong documentation and note-writing skills per regulatory requirements.
• Ability to support daily living activities and community integration.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support and skill development to residents.
• Meet residents in the community to assess needs and support service plans.
• Complete progress notes in a timely, compliant manner.
• Engage with community resources to expand housing, healthcare, employment, and education access.
• Rotate weekends on call with additional compensation.

Skills

Empathy

Trauma-informed

Communication

MS Office

Bilingual

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a mental health related discipline

High school diploma + 3+ years related experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

CSPNJ a mental health nonprofit agency is looking for a full-time Support Worker(s). Under the direction of the Supportive Housing 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.

Job Type: 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.

Salary Description: Hourly Rate: $19.23 - $21.63 based on credentials.

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).

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.