Warming Center Mentor | Homelessness

Collaborative Support Programs•Blackwood, NJ

12d•$20 - $20

About The Position

CSPNJ, a mental health nonprofit agency, is looking for seasonal Warming Center Mentor(s). The Warming Center provides emergency overnight shelter for the unhoused from December through March. The Warming Center provides a warm safe place for unsheltered individuals to spend the night during the winter months.

Requirements

High School diploma / GED and 1-2 years of related experience OR 3 years of experience working with the unhoused population.
Ability to make positive relationships with individuals who receive mental health and/or substance abuse services.
Proven ability to work with diverse communities.
Willingness to disclose use of mental health or addiction services and speak openly on aspects of their individual recovery.
Ability to work with individuals with mental illness in a caring and professional manner.
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office) as well as general computer literacy.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual skills are a plus!
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

Greet guests and make them feel welcome and comfortable.
Be a positive role model, through professional behavior and communication.
Provide a safe and healthy environment through education, guidance, and personal interaction.
Ensure cleanliness of the center and inform center manager of any maintenance issues.
Responsible for guest safety, proving crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques as needed.
Must adhere to staffing schedules to provide adequate and safe staffing coverage to accomplish program objectives.