Description :

Under the direction of the Regional 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.

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.
• Participate in the development and delivery of service plans.
• Advocacy and development of community-based support.
• Rotating weekends on call by phone (added compensation for on call rotation and any outreaches needed).

Pay : $19.23 - $21.63 per hour based on education & experience

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

Schedule : Monday Friday

Full-time 40 hours per week

Requirements :

• High School Diploma / GED plus 4 years of related work or life experience or
• Bachelor's degree in a mental health related discipline.
• The ability to write clear, concise, and accurate billable progress notes.
• Exceptional time management to be able to support the needs of multiple residents.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office products, as well as general computer literacy.
• Ability to collaborate with individuals living with mental illness in a caring and professional manner.
• Bilingual skills a plus.
• 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 challenges to inspire and support others.

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Compensation details : 19.23-21.63 Hourly Wage

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Last updated : 2024-06-05