Resource Specialist | Community Drop-In

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.

The Resource Specialist with spend 20 hours in The Up Your Alley Wellness Center in Gloucester County and 20 hours at The New Dimensions Wellness Center in Salem County.

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

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

• High School diploma or equivalent with relevant work experience OR
• Bachelor’s degree in a mental health discipline
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office and have strong computer skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Good verbal and written communication.
• Knowledge of wellness, the mental health system and community resources.
• 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.
• 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.

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