Wellness Center Mentor | Community Drop In | 20 hours

Collaborative Support Programs • Neptune City, NJ

9d • $18 - $19

About The Position

CSPNJ, a mental health nonprofit agency, is hiring a part-time Wellness Center Mentor to work 20 hours per week. Under the direction of the Wellness Center Manager, the Mentor serves as a leader and role model for members, visitors, and community members. The role requires understanding the center’s mission and basic principles of wellness, recovery, and peer support. Working directly with the Center Manager and in collaboration with members, the Mentor helps plan, implement, and maintain Wellness Center operations.

The Mentor supports the agency’s mission by identifying local community needs and connecting with relevant organizations and agencies. The position maintains current knowledge of community resources and provides members with information and referrals for wellness, recovery, peer support, and community services. The Mentor also collaborates with the manager and members on the center’s day-to-day operations.

The hourly rate is $17.50 for candidates without a Peer Certificate or related bachelor’s degree; certification must be obtained within one year. The rate is $19.23 for candidates with a Peer Certificate. The position is NJESL eligible.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills, including email, internet applications, document management, and virtual communication platforms.
• Knowledge of wellness, the mental health system, and regional community resources.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Willingness to disclose mental health and/or addiction services and speak openly about personal recovery.
• Ability to engage and support individuals with mental health diagnoses using empathy, professionalism, and trauma-informed practices.
• Valid New Jersey driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• For candidates without a Peer Certificate or related bachelor’s degree, certification must be obtained within one year.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Recovery Support Practitioner (CRSP), Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS), or equivalent peer certification.
• Bilingual skills.
• Lived experience dealing with mental health or substance use issues, which CSPNJ prioritizes in hiring.

Responsibilities

• Work with the manager to support the agency mission by identifying local community needs and connecting with relevant organizations and agencies.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of community resources and agencies so members can access support, including substance use recovery agencies, food banks, and financial support agencies.
• Collaborate with the manager and members to plan and conduct all aspects of the center’s day-to-day operations.
• Offer members information and referrals regarding wellness, recovery, peer support, and community services.
• Carry out domestic duties, including household tasks such as cleaning and maintaining a safe and functional environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED