Wellness Center Manager | Community Drop-In

Collaborative-Support-Programs; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

6 weeks PTO

11 holidays

Job summary

CSPNJ operates a Wellness Center in Jersey City and seeks a full-time Center Manager to lead operations, mentor staff, and coordinate resources for adults facing life challenges.

The role emphasizes community outreach, program coordination, and strong organizational skills to ensure a welcoming, trauma-informed environment while maintaining compliance and partnerships with local organizations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a mental health discipline preferred; or a high school diploma with 2+ years related work/ lived experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Proficient in MS Office products as well as general computer literacy.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written; attention to detail, and ability to multi-task and stay organized.
• Track record of engagement and passion for building the community.
• Knowledge of wellness, the mental health system and community resources.
• Ability to effectively communicate and relate to a diverse population in a multicultural environment.
• Proven ability to engage and support individuals with mental health diagnoses using empathy, professionalism, and trauma-informed practices.
• Bilingual skills a plus!
• MUST have a valid NJ Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.
• Lived Experience: CSPNJ prioritizes hiring individuals who use their personal experience with mental health diagnoses or substance use to inspire, support, and empower others.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations at the wellness center, coordinating a team of mentors and a Resource Specialist.
• Conduct community outreach and build partnerships to improve access to resources for members.
• Coordinate referrals, life skills workshops, vocational awareness, self-care, creative arts, and peer support.
• Track operational metrics, manage budgets, and ensure policy compliance.
• Foster partnerships with local organizations and engage in community events to raise center visibility.

Skills

Supervisory experience

MS Office

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Community engagement

Trauma-informed approach

Bilingual (a plus)

NJ Driver's license

Lived experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mental health

High school diploma + 2+ years related experience

Job description

Description

CSPNJ, a mental health nonprofit is looking for a full-time Wellness Center Manager in Jersey City. Under the direction of the Regional Coordinator, the Manager is responsible for managing, coordinating, and overseeing operations and activities at the center including a team of mentors and a Resource Specialist. Wellness Centers are a safe and supportive place for adults with life struggles to meet and get support.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Conduct community outreach to promote center services, building partnerships with local organizations, and ensuring access to resources for members.
• Foster a welcoming environment, track operational metrics, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with policies.
• The manager will coordinate referral services, life skills workshops, vocational awareness, self-care opportunities, creative arts activities, peer support, access to tangible goods.
• Foster partnerships with local organizations, community leaders to enhance the centers visibility and relevance, actively engaging in community events and initiatives.

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

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a mental health discipline preferred; alternatively, a high school diploma with 2+ years of related work/ lived experience..
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a supervisory role.
• Proficient in MS Office products as well as general computer literacy.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written; attention to detail, and ability to multi-task and stay organized.
• Track record of engagement and passion for building the community.
• Knowledge of wellness, the mental health system and community resources.
• Ability to effectively communicate and relate to a diverse population in a multicultural environment.
• Proven ability to engage and support individuals with mental health diagnoses using empathy, professionalism, and trauma-informed practices.
• Bilingual skills a plus!
• MUST have a valid NJ Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.
• Lived Experience: CSPNJ prioritizes hiring individuals who use their personal experience with mental health diagnoses or substance use to inspire, support, and empower others.