Wellness Center Mentor | Community Drop-In

Collaborative-Support-Programs; Glassboro (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

CSPNJ is seeking 2 Wellness Mentors to support members and the community within our Wellness Center. You will work closely with the Center Manager to plan, implement, and maintain daily operations and programs that promote wellness and recovery.

As a mentor, you will engage with peers, provide guidance, and help connect individuals to resources, housing, food banks, and other supports. This role values lived experience and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Peer Certification preferred.
• Ability to communicate in English, both oral and written.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Knowledge of wellness, mental health system, and community resources in the region.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to disclose current or prior use of mental health and/or addiction services and speak openly on aspects of their individual recovery.
• Ability to work with individuals with mental illness in a caring and professional manner.
• Ability to carry out domestic duties.
• Bilingual skills are 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 issues to inspire and support others.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the center manager and members to plan and conduct all day-to-day operations of the center.
• Identify community needs and connect with other organizations and agencies.
• Maintain knowledge of community resources to refer members to recovery and support services.

Skills

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization & time management

Lived Experience

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Peer Certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

CSPNJ, a mental health nonprofit agency, is looking for 2 Wellness Mentors. Under the direction of the Wellness Center Manager, the Wellness Mentor acts as a leader and role model for members, visitors, and community members. The Mentor understands the center’s mission as well as basic principles of wellness, recovery and peer support. This position works directly with the Center Manager and in collaboration with the members to plan, implement, and maintain Wellness Center operations.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Collaborate with center manager and members to plan and conduct all aspects of day-to-day operations of the center.
• Work with the center manager to meet and identify the needs of the community and to make connections with other organizations and agencies.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of community resources and agencies to ensure members have access to referrals for substance use recovery agencies, food banks, financial support agencies, and more.

Schedule

1. Part-time | 20 hours p/w | Sunday: 11am - 6pm, Monday: 12pm - 6pm, Thursday: 11am - 6pm | Eligible for NJESL

2. Part-time | 17 hours p/w | Sunday: 10am - 4pm, Wednesday: 10am - 4pm, Thursday: 11am - 4pm | Eligible for NJESL

• Hourly Rate: $17.50 candidates without a Peer Certificate or related BA. *MUST obtain certification within a year*
• Hourly Rate: $19.23 candidates with a Peer Certificate

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Peer Certification preferred.
• Ability to communicate in English, both oral and written.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Knowledge of wellness, the mental health system, and community resources in the region.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to disclose current or prior use of mental health and/or addiction services and speak openly on aspects of their individual recovery.
• Ability to work with individuals with mental illness in a caring and professional manner.
• Ability to carry out domestic duties.
• Bilingual skills are 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 issues to inspire and support others.