Wellness Respite Associate | Crisis Service

Collaborative Support Programs of New Jersey•Edison, NJ

38d•$19 - $22

About The Position

Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Wellness Associate provides supportive services for guests to have a meaningful and successful stay; to learn crisis coping skills and to work towards realizing their full potential. During their stay guests will work on a Wellness Plan and be linked to services and resources within their community in collaboration with the Wellness Respite Associate. Wellness Respites offer stays for up to ten days and provide an open-door setting where guests can continue their daily activities. This program provides an alternative to hospitalization for individuals who are in crisis.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a mental health/human service discipline OR
High School Diploma or GED plus 4 years of related work / life experience.
Ability to conduct individual and group educational training to a wide range of learning levels.
Strong assessment skills and the ability to manage crises.
Solid organization, time management and multitask skills.
Ability to work with individuals with mental illness in a caring and professional manner.
Proficient in MS Office products.
Valid NJ driver's license with acceptable driving record.
Lived Experience: CSPNJ prioritizes hiring people who use their own life experience dealing with mental health/substance use issues to inspire and support others.

Nice To Haves

C.P.R.P. (Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner) preferred.

Responsibilities

Follows team protocol for charting and recording current treatment information for guests. This includes ongoing documentation of current medications and follow-up appointments.
Maintains accurate records related to the service plan and support services provided.
Maintains a working relationship with all guests and provides residential (guest) counselling.
Supports guests to identify and develop coping strategies related to daily stresses, encouraging guests towards their personal vision of recovery, and supporting and assisting the achievement of personal goals.
Receives all guests and all contacts (family members, community participants, treatment, and social service providers) in a timely and respectful manner.
Advocates with and/or on behalf of guests to access needed and desired community resources and works with the guests and team members to develop socialization/recreational opportunities.