Wellness Mentor | Community Drop-In

Collaborative Support Programs•Vineland, NJ

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About The Position

CSPNJ, a mental health nonprofit agency, is hiring a part-time Wellness Mentor for its Community Drop-In center. 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 supports the center’s mission and applies basic principles of wellness, recovery, and peer support. The Wellness Mentor works directly with the Center Manager and collaboratively with members to plan, implement, and maintain center operations. The position supports local community needs, connects with relevant organizations and agencies, maintains knowledge of community resources, and provides members with information and referrals related to wellness, recovery, peer support, and community services. The role also includes domestic duties such as cleaning and maintaining a safe, functional environment. This is a benefit-eligible, part-time position scheduled for 35 hours per week: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Tuesday and Thursday from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. The hourly rate is $17.50 for candidates without a peer certificate or related bachelor’s degree, who must obtain certification within one year, or $19.23 for candidates with a peer certificate.

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 community resources in the region.
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
Ability to carry out household tasks, including cleaning and maintaining a safe and functional environment.
Willingness to disclose mental health and/or addiction service experience and speak openly about personal recovery.
Proven 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.
Candidates without a peer certificate or related bachelor’s degree must obtain certification 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 and/or substance use issues, which CSPNJ prioritizes in hiring.

Responsibilities

Work with the manager to support the agency mission by identifying and meeting 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 referrals to substance use recovery agencies, food banks, and financial support agencies.
Collaborate with the manager and members to plan and conduct day-to-day operations of the center.
Provide members with information and referrals concerning wellness, recovery, peer support, and community services.
Carry out domestic duties, including cleaning and maintaining a safe and functional environment.
Serve as a leader and role model for members, visitors, and community members.