Hospital Wellness Mentor | PER DIEM | Trenton Psychiatric
On-siteEwing, New Jersey, United States
Ewing, New Jersey, United StatesOn-siteContractAssociates DegreeSmall
ContractAssociates DegreeSmall
Job Summary
Hospital Wellness Mentor (PER DIEM) at Trenton Psychiatric Hospital grounds delivers individual and group peer support, socialization and recreational activities at the wellness center. Under supervision, the role works with other wellness providers to run day-to-day operations, coordinates with hospital staff as needed, and assists with community relations and related activities.
Required Qualifications
- Associate’s degree with at least 1+ year experience working in the mental health field or
- High School Diploma or equivalent with 2+ years of work experience in mental health field.
- Experience with inpatient hospitalization.
- Good verbal and written communication.
- Knowledge of wellness, the mental health system and community resources.
- Strong emotional intelligence and the ability to foster meaningful, respectful connections.
- Demonstrates openness in sharing their recovery journey and experiences with mental health and/or addiction services.
- 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.
- Proven ability to engage and support individuals with mental health diagnoses using empathy, professionalism, and trauma-informed practices.
- Proficient in 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.
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