Wellness Mentor | Community Drop-In

Collaborative Support Programs•Vineland, NJ

10d•$18 - $19

About The Position

CSPNJ, a mental health nonprofit agency, is seeking a part-time Wellness Mentor for its Community Drop-In. Under the direction of the Wellness Center Manager, the Wellness 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. The Wellness Mentor works directly with the Center Manager and collaborates with members to plan, implement, and maintain Wellness Center operations. The position supports the agency’s mission by identifying local community needs, connecting with relevant organizations and agencies, maintaining knowledge of community resources, and providing members with information and referrals related to wellness, recovery, peer support, and community services. This is a part-time, benefit-eligible role scheduled for 35 hours per week. The schedule is Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Tuesday and Thursday from noon to 7 p.m. The hourly rate is $17.50 for candidates without a peer certificate or related bachelor’s degree; those candidates must obtain certification within one year. Candidates with a Peer Certificate are paid $19.23 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Proficiency in basic computer skills, including email and 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.
Ability to carry out domestic duties, including cleaning and maintaining a safe and functional environment.
Willingness to disclose personal mental health and/or addiction services and speak openly about 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.

Nice To Haves

Certified Recovery Support Practitioner (CRSP), Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS), or equivalent peer certification is preferred.
Bilingual skills are a plus.
Lived experience dealing with mental health or substance use issues; CSPNJ prioritizes hiring people who use their own life experience to inspire and support others.

Responsibilities

Support the agency mission by identifying local community needs and building connections with relevant organizations and agencies.
Maintain current 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 all aspects of the center’s day-to-day operations.
Provide members with 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.
Engage and support individuals with mental health diagnoses using empathy, professionalism, and trauma-informed practices.
Serve as a leader and role model for members, visitors, and community members.