CRISIS PEER CASE MANAGER - Cumberland County Guidance Center

Dynamic Opportunity~ As a full-time employee, 40 hours per week, a Crisis Peer (Person with a mental illness) Case Manager provides face-to-face, phone, collateral support, and case management services in the community for individuals seen by the Crisis Department. The Case Manager focuses on serving individuals who are high utilizes of Crisis and hospitalization service

The Guidance Center~ is a primary mental health support agency, providing compassionate, professional care for individuals and families with mental health needs in the greater Cumberland County, NJ area. For more than 60 years, our non-profit organization of professionals, doctors, nurses, therapists, and support staff, has assisted the community in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of mental illness.

What does this position look like~ Certified Screeners answers the Hotline to assist with phone referrals, therapeutic interventions, and/or advises for face-to-face. Provides screening evaluation and crisis stabilization. Documents all telephone contacts in the log. Documents all face-to-face contacts. Participates in training, supervision and employee development as recommended by the Director of the Program.

What you need to apply~

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in mental health related field. Consideration will be given for experience as volunteer or intern in related human services.
• Lived experience as a recipient of mental health services or has family member who has been a recipient of mental health services.
• Two years of experience in the provision of mental health or related services. Consideration will be given for experience as volunteer or intern in related human services.
• Valid automobile driver's license with MVR and ability to be insured by our carrier.

What we provide~

• Schedule 40 hours per week
• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Health, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Organization Paid Life Insurance
• 403B and ROTH Retirement Plans with Employer Match
• Generous Vacation, Personal and Sick Time
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee discounts; auto, event tickets, insurance, wireless cell service and more
• Additional compensation for qualified Spanish speaking candidates

The Guidance Center is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

A Background Check is required Clear Five year driving record/abstract with ability to be insured by organizations carrier.