Support Worker | Residential at Collaborative Support Programs – Newark, New Jersey

CSPNJ a mental health nonprofit agency is looking for full-time Support Worker. The Support Worker provides direct support, skill development, and community resource linkages to person's served who have a psychiatric and/or substance use disability. The Support Worker provides services geared toward enabling person's served to live independently. This role will work mainly in the field (70-80%) meeting with person's served on their service plans and assessing their needs. Progress notes should be completed conjointly at the time of service and comply with regulatory standards.

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.
• Support person's served with the 8 dimensions of wellness.
• 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 outreach).

Hourly Rate: $19.23 - $21.63 based on education & experience

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

• Bachelor’s degree in a mental health related discipline or
• High School Diploma / GED with 4 years of related work or life experience.
• 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 life experience with a mental health diagnose or substance use to inspire and support others.

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