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Resource Specialist | Mental Health

Collaborative Support Programs of New Jersey
Jersey, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 2/13/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/10/2025

Job Type

Full-time

Description

CSPNJ, a mental health nonprofit agency, is looking for a full-time Resource Specialist. The Resource Specialist assists members in identifying and obtaining various financial, health care, educational and other pertinent resources; provides community resource information and make appropriate referrals and follow up on referrals and provide any other referrals needed by the community.

Highlights

  • Assess clients' needs and provide information and community referrals including clothing, food, shelter, rapid housing services, rental assistance, general assistance, etc.
  • Assist clients in completing various applications (e.g., food stamp, Medicaid, employment applications, applications for medical discounts, public assistance recertification paperwork, etc.).
  • Oversee ID program to help members obtain identification documents including birth certificates, social security card, marriage licenses, etc.
  • Stays abreast of community resources.

Full-time | 40 hours per week | Hourly Rate : $21.63

Benefit Eligible (Medical, free DMO dental & free vision) including 6 weeks PTO & 11 Holidays

Requirements

  • High School diploma / GED with 1 years of related experience OR
  • Bachelor's degree in a mental health discipline.
  • Knowledge of community resources and how to access them.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Ability to make and maintain contacts and positive relationships with individuals who receive or have received mental health and / or substance abuse services.
  • Willingness to disclose current or prior use of mental health and / 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.
  • Proficient in Excel, MS Office products, as well as general computer literacy.
  • Bilingual skills are a plus.
  • 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.
  • Salary Description

    Hourly Rate : $21.63

    Salary : $22

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