Support Worker | Mental Health

Collaborative Support Programs • Clifton, NJ

3d • $19 - $22 • Hybrid

About The Position

CSPNJ, a mental health nonprofit agency, is seeking full-time Support Workers. Under the direction of the Regional Coordinator, the Support Worker provides direct support, skill development, and community resource linkages to residents with psychiatric and/or substance use disabilities. The role focuses on enabling residents to live independently and realize their full potential. A significant portion of the role (70-80%) involves field work, meeting with residents to discuss service plans and assess needs. Progress notes must be completed conjointly at the time of service and comply with regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a mental health related discipline preferred; alternatively, a high school diploma with 3+ years of related work/ lived experience.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, timely, and accurate billable progress notes in accordance with clinical, regulatory requirements.
• Ability to carry out essential domestic responsibilities in support of daily living.
• Strong communication skills that promote collaboration and positive relationships.
• A prominent level of patience and emotional resilience.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure, demonstrate sound judgment, and adapt effectively to changing situations.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and provide consistent support to multiple residents.
• Proficient in MS Office products, as well as general computer literacy.
• Ability to effectively engage and support individuals with mental health diagnoses through empathy, professionalism, and trauma-informed approaches.
• Bilingual skills a plus!
• MUST have a valid NJ Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.
• Lived Experience: CSPNJ values the perspectives of individuals who have used their own experiences with mental health and/or substance use challenges to inspire, support, and empower others.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual skills

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support, skill development, and community resource linkages to residents with psychiatric and/or substance use disabilities.
• Enable residents to live independently and work toward realizing their full potential.
• Meet with residents on their service plans and assess their needs (70-80% field work).
• Complete progress notes conjointly at the time of service, complying with regulatory standards.
• Provide 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.
• Provide advocacy and facilitate the development of community-based support systems to enhance person served stability, independence, and overall quality of life.
• Build collaborative relationships with community organizations, service providers, and support networks to expand access to essential resources, including housing, healthcare, employment, education, and social services.
• Advocate on behalf of person served to ensure their needs are addressed and their rights are protected while empowering individuals to strengthen self-advocacy skills.
• Promote community engagement and the creation of sustainable support networks that encourage social inclusion, long-term self-sufficiency, and successful community integration.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Free DMO dental
• Free vision insurance
• 6 weeks PTO
• 11 Holidays
• Rotating weekends on call by phone (added compensation for on call rotation and any outreaches needed)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level