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The Mental Health Association is seeking a Per Diem Peer Support Specialist for its 988 Mobile Crisis Outreach Team operating out of Essex county. The successful candidate will provide crisis services, de-escalation, and intervention in the community, and work collaboratively with community providers and 988 managing entity.

Requirements

• Two years' of continuous recovery experience based on personal experience with a mental illness or substance use disorder (AMI or SUD), and at least one year of field experience working with community individuals required.
• Must be certified by at least one of the following credentialing entities: Addiction Professional Certification Board as a Certified Recovery Support Practitioner (CRSP) or Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS); Mental Health Association in New Jersey as a Certified Recovery Support Practitioner (CRSP); NSSDAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals as a National Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (NCPRSS); Certified Wellness Coach; Community Mental Health Associate Certificate.
• The ability to provide effective crisis response and de-escalation and intervention as related to community mental health in the community.
• A valid NJ driver's license and a good driving record.
• The ability to collaborate effectively with community providers and 988 managing entity.
• Knowledge of Essex County resources helpful.

Benefits

• Fully paid medical coverage for eligible staff.
• Generous 401(k) match.
• Plentiful Paid Holidays, Vacation, Personal and Sick time.