Wellness Respite Associate | Crisis Service | 40 Hours

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental coverage (DMO)

Vision coverage

PTO

11 holidays

Job summary

Collaborative-Support-Programs in Newark, NJ seeks a full-time behavioral support professional to chart treatment information, maintain service-plan records, and provide guest counseling. You will help guests develop coping strategies and access community resources, using trauma-informed, empathetic approaches.

Requirements include a mental health degree or related experience, CPRP preferred, and a valid NJ driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a mental health field, or a High School Diploma/GED with four years of related work or lived experience.
• Possession of, or eligibility to obtain, Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (C.P.R.P.) certification is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver engaging individual and group educational training sessions for diverse audiences with varying levels of knowledge, experience, and learning styles.
• Skilled in adapting training methods, materials, and communication approaches to meet the needs of participants, promote understanding, encourage participation, and support successful learning outcomes.
• Strong assessment, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, with the ability to effectively evaluate situations, identify risks and needs, and respond appropriately during crisis situations while maintaining professionalism and sound judgment.
• Highly effective organizational and time management skills, with the ability to balance multiple responsibilities, adapt to shifting demands, and achieve objectives within established timelines.
• Proven ability to engage and support individuals with mental health diagnoses using empathy, professionalism, and trauma-informed practices.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and office technology, with the ability to efficiently manage electronic records, correspondence, data entry, and document preparation. Valid NJ driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• 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

• Follows team protocol for charting and recording treatment information for guests.
• Maintains accurate records related to the service plan and support services provided.
• Provides residential (guest) counselling and maintains guest relationships.
• Supports guests to identify coping strategies and personal recovery goals.
• Advocates to access community resources and develops social/recreational opportunities.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Trauma-informed care

Group education delivery

Empathy and patient support

Excellent communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

NJ driver’s license

Bilingual (optional)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mental health field

High School Diploma/GED with four years of related work or lived experience

Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (C.P.R.P.) certification

Tools

N/A

Job description

Description

HIGHLIGHTS

• Follows team protocol for charting and recording current treatment information for guests. This includes ongoing documentation of current medications and follow-up appointments.
• Maintains accurate records related to the service plan and support services provided.
• Maintains a working relationship with all guests and provides residential (guest) counselling.
• Supports guests to identify and develop coping strategies related to daily stresses, encouraging guests towards their personal vision of recovery, and supporting and assisting the achievement of personal goals.
• Advocates with and/or on behalf of guests to access needed and desired community resources and works with the guests and team members to develop socialization/recreational opportunities.

40 Hours| Full Time | Benefit Eligible (Medical, free DMO dental & free vision) including PTO & 11 Holidays

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday: 3:30pm - 12:00am

Hourly Rate: $19.23 - $22.12 based on education & experience

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a mental health field, or a High School Diploma/GED with four (4) years of related work or lived experience.
• Possession of, or eligibility to obtain, Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (C.P.R.P.) certification is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver engaging individual and group educational training sessions for diverse audiences with varying levels of knowledge, experience, and learning styles.
• Skilled in adapting training methods, materials, and communication approaches to meet the needs of participants, promote understanding, encourage participation, and support successful learning outcomes.
• Strong assessment, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, with the ability to effectively evaluate situations, identify risks and needs, and respond appropriately during crisis situations while maintaining professionalism and sound judgment.
• Highly effective organizational and time management skills, with the ability to balance multiple responsibilities, adapt to shifting demands, and achieve objectives within established timelines.
• Proven ability to engage and support individuals with mental health diagnoses using empathy, professionalism, and trauma-informed practices.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and office technology, with the ability to efficiently manage electronic records, correspondence, data entry, and document preparation. Valid NJ driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• 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.