Support Worker | Residential

Collaborative Support Programs • Absecon, NJ

108d • $19 - $22

About The Position

CSPNJ, a mental health nonprofit agency, is looking for a full-time Support Worker. Under the direction of the Regional Coordinator, the Support Worker provides supportive services geared toward enabling residents to live independently and work toward realizing their full potential. The Support Worker observes and assists clients in a residential setting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a mental health/human service discipline OR
• High School Diploma/ GED plus 3 years of related work/life experience.
• Certified Peer Specialist (CRSP) plus 2 years of related work/life experience.
• Ability to write clear, concise, and accurate billable progress notes.
• Exceptional time management skills to support the needs of multiple residents.
• Excellent communication, assessment, and people skills.
• A prominent level of patience and emotional resilience.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure when dealing with challenging situations.
• Empathetic with good listening skills.
• Great critical thinking skills and the ability to adapt and act accordingly to situations.
• Ability to carry out domestic duties.
• Ability to work with individuals with mental illness in a caring and professional manner.
• Proficient in Excel, MS Office products, as well as general computer literacy.
• Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide supportive services to residents to ensure living in the most independent setting available.
• Address any emergent issues to ensure residents' self-care.
• Maintain necessary casework records to document the provision of case management services for Medicaid reimbursement.
• Spend at least 55% of each day in direct face-to-face contact with persons served.
• Support residents with the 8 dimensions of wellness, including housing, emotional health, physical health, social, employment, and educational goals.
• Participate in rotating weekends on call by phone.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Free DMO dental and free vision.
• 6 weeks PTO.
• 11 Holidays.
• Added compensation for on call rotation and any outreach needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees