Job Type TemporaryDescriptionCSPNJ, a mental health nonprofit agency, is looking for 15-20 seasonal Warming Center Mentor(s). The Warming Center provides emergency overnight shelter for the unhoused from November through March. The Warming Center provides a warm safe place for unsheltered individuals to spend the night during the winter months.Key Responsibilities
- Greet guests and make them feel welcome and comfortable.
- Be a positive role model, through professional behavior and communication.
- Provide a safe and healthy environment through education, guidance, and personal interaction.
- Ensure cleanliness of the center and inform center manager of any maintenance issues.
- Responsible for guest safety, proving crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques as needed.
- Must adhere to staffing schedules to provide adequate and safe staffing coverage to accomplish program objectives.
Hourly Rate: $19.23 | $100 Holiday Shift Pay on Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years Day3 part-time shifts available | Up to 29 hours per week | No benefits1. 5:00pm - 12:00am2. 12:00am - 6:00am3. 6:00am - 10:00amRequirements
- High School diploma / GED and 1-2 years of related experience OR
- 3 years of experience working with the unhoused population in lieu of a HS diploma or GED.
- Ability to make and maintain contacts and positive relationships with individuals who receive or have received mental health and/or substance abuse services.
- Proven ability to work with diverse communities
- Willingness to disclose current or prior use of mental health and/or addiction services and speak openly on aspects of their individual recovery.
- Ability to work with individuals with mental illness in a caring and professional manner.
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office) as well as general computer literacy.
- Bilingual skills are a plus.
- Lived Experience: CSPNJ prioritizes hiring people who use their own life experience dealing with mental health/substance use issues to inspire and support others.
Salary Description Hourly Rate: $19.23