Peer Support Specialist | MCORT
Collaborative Support ProgramsNew Jersey, United States • Newark, New Jersey, United States
Posted October 30, 2025
48080 - 48080 USD year
Part Time
About the Company
Collaborative Support Programs is a mental‑health nonprofit that provides wellness respite, crisis support, and residential services to help individuals achieve independence and well‑being through personalized care plans and community resource coordination.
Job Description
The Peer Support Specialist position at MCORT is part of a Mobile Crisis Outreach Response Team (MCORT) in Ocean, Monmouth, Middlesex, and Union counties. This role provides immediate crisis support, mental health care, and resources to individuals experiencing mental health, substance use, or suicidal emergencies. The role requires a 988-trained peer to de-escalate crises, promote hope, and initiate follow-up care. The position offers 24/7 access to mobile community outreach services and relies on collaboration with community resources.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 2+ years of mental health field work experience
- 2+ years of continuous recovery from SMI or SUD diagnosis
- Proficiency in MS Office products
- Significant patience and emotional resilience
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Great critical thinking and adaptability
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Bilingual skills a plus
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays