Wellness Respite Associate | Per Diem | Crisis Service
Collaborative Support ProgramsNewark, New Jersey, United States • Paterson, New Jersey, United States
Posted October 30, 2025
20 - 25 USD per diem
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
CSPNJ, a mental health nonprofit agency in New Jersey, is seeking Per Diem Wellness Respite Associates to provide supportive services for guests experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis. The role involves helping guests develop coping skills, work on a Wellness Plan, and connect them with community resources. The program offers stays up to 10 days and provides a supportive environment.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED plus 4 years of related work or life experience or
- Bachelor’s degree in a mental health related discipline.
- Outstanding communication skills (written and verbal).
- Ability to manage crisis and work under pressure.
- Knowledge of psychiatric rehabilitation model preferred.
- Proficient in MS Office products.
- Bilingual skills a plus.
- Valid NJ Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.
- Lived Experience: CSPNJ prioritizes hiring people who use their own life experience with mental health/substance use to inspire and support others.