Self Help Center Manager, Jackson, NJ (posted 7/13/11)
Responsibilities: this position will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing operations and activities at the Self Help Center, marketing the center services as a community resource and providing technical assistance, supervision and support to facilitators, volunteers and members. Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent and 1 year experience with peer support or other consumer oriented training programs.  Excellent communications skills; strong computer skills; valid NJ drivers’ license a must. Knowledge of psychiatric rehabilitation model preferred.  Consumers of mental health services are strongly encouraged to apply.  Competitive salary, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K plus 3 weeks vacation.  Send resume with cover letter to HR@cspnj.org or fax: (732) 780-8977 with subject SHC Search.  For more info visit www.cspnj.org

Shopper/Driver (30 hours, Absecon, NJ (posted 7/13/11)
The Shopper/Driver will be responsible for performing a wide range of duties, under the supervision of the Team Leader.    Responsibilities: Duties include but are not limited to transportation of scheduled appointments and coordinator of food bank. High School diploma or equivalent.  Excellent written and verbal skills; strong assessment and organizational skills; strong computer skills; valid NJ drivers’ license a must.   Experience working with mental health consumers and or working in a non-profit preferred.  Consumers of mental health are strongly encouraged to apply.  Medical/dental/vision/3 wks vacation.  Send resume with cover letter to HR@cspnj.org or fax: (732) 780-8977 with subject Shopper/Driver Search.  For more info visit www.cspnj.org

Housing Skills Facilitator (30 hours, Eatontown, NJ (posted 7/13/11)
Part-time Housing Skills Facilitator to work closely with high risk males recently released from a Psychiatric hospital.  The position is for 30 hours per week.  Responsibilities: maintains overall order on facility premises in accordance to established rules and norms.  Pro-actively manages all complaints and disruptions in a timely manner.  Effectively communicates established rules with residents in order to promote wellness and recovery community culture.  B.S. in related field and 1 year relevant work experience or AA with 3 years related work experience. Excellent written and verbal skills; strong assessment and organizational skills; strong computer skills; valid NJ drivers’ license a must. Knowledge of psychiatric rehabilitation model preferred.  Consumers of mental health are strongly encouraged to apply.  Competitive salary/medical/dental/vision/3 wks vacation.  Send resume with cover letter to HR@cspnj.org or fax: (732) 780-8977 with subject Housing Skills Search.  For more info visit www.cspnj.org

Mental Health Association of Essex County

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Northwest Essex Community Healthcare Network

Part Time LCSW, Outpatient Services Dept. (posted 10/12/11)
Qualified individual to provide individual, couples, family and group counseling to a diverse caseload. Must have experience with children and families. Competative salary. Fax resume to 973-450-1189 EOE.

Project Live, Inc.

Project Live, Inc. is a non-profit, social service organization based in Essex County, New Jersey, providing residential and outreach services to adults with chronic and persistent mental illness and co-occurring disorders.

Director of Supportive Housing Services (posted 6/22/11)
F/T position to train direct care staff by providing hands on guidance in the field.  Educate consumers and staff regarding housing issues.  Develop and maintain relationships with tenants, housing agencies, treatment providers and other social service agencies.  Participate in interviews with prospective staff.  Assist Assistant Executive Director in conducting intake assessments of prospective consumers.  Provide direct services and crisis management as needed.  Will be available to provide 24 hour on-call service if needed for emergency.

Requirements:  MA/MSW from accredited college in counseling, psychology, social work or related field with at least 2 years in a supervisory position.

Supportive Housing Counselor/Peer Counselor (posted 6/22/11)
F/T position to provide direct care outreach services to consumers within the Supportive Housing Program.  Assist consumers with ADL’s, obtaining/maintaining appropriate housing, psychiatric treatment, managing crisis/emergencies, family, peer & community support. 

Requirements:  BA/BS from an accredited college in counseling, psychology, social work or related field or HS diploma with personal experience with mental illness and completion of Peer Counseling training.

Valid driver’s license required for all positions.  Mail, email for fax resume w/ salary req to: Project Live, Inc., 465-475 Broadway, Newark, NJ 07104, Fax: 973-481-0195, Email: dalvarez@projectlive.org
EOE

Triple C Housing

Triple C Housing, an affordable housing developer providing services to the disadvantaged, persons of low income, homeless, individuals with special needs as well as support services and economic opportunities, such as workforce development.

UMDNJ-SHRP, Dept. of Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Counseling Professions

Faculty Position (posted 12/2/11)
This position is part of a grant to develop executive functioning skills in college students with psychiatric conditions.  The position will require the following: Organize and deliver cognitive training to students with psychiatric conditions as a part of a larger grant. Meet with study participants on a weekly basis, collect data, and other associated research duties.  Collaborates with colleges and university disability services and mental health services.  Coordination and regular communication with community partners is required.  Assist in administration of program. Experience in Supported Education is preferred.  Send resume and cover letter to Michelle G. Mullen-Gonzalez, Principal Investigator, at mullenmi@umdnj.edu. Recruitment will continue until position is filled.  UMDNJ is an AA/EEO employer.

Integrated Employment Institute (posted 10/3/11)
The Integrated Employment Institute provides customized training and consultation to community service providers, consumers, families and others to build their capacity to assist in or to achieve employment goals. The Institute is made up of a team of experienced, knowledgeable and skilled professionals dedicated to quality employment for people with psychiatric disabilities. Major responsibilities include collaboration with individuals and organizations, assessment of training and consultation needs, delivery and evaluation of Institute activities, production of scholarly work. Institute faculty also have opportunities to guest lecture or teach college level courses within the department’s degree programs.
Qualification and Credentials: Masters degree in Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Rehabilitation Counseling, Psychology or related field with an understanding of wellness and recovery and a strong commitment to employment for people with psychiatric disabilities required. The successful candidate will have experience training or teaching, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and experience providing supported employment and/or supported education. Additionally, knowledge of organizational change and skill in motivating others toward change is a plus. The Institute operates throughout New Jersey. Faculty must be willing and able to travel.  Qualified individuals with the lived experience of psychiatric illness are encouraged to apply.

UMDNJ offers a competitive salary & comprehensive benefits package including child care. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.
For more information, visit www.umdnj.edu/hrweb. For more information or to Apply send a CV to:

Melissa Roberts, Ph.D., CPRP
Director, Integrated Employment Institute
Department of Psychiatric Rehabilitation
UMDNJ – SHRP
1776 Raritan Rd.
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
908-889-2470, robertmm@umdnj.edu 

Web Support Specialist I (posted 8/2/11)
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Educational Technology, Information Technology, or a related field plus two years of demonstrated professional experience with internet protocols, web design tools, creating and managing directory structure, designing computer interfaces for user input, support of e-learning course platforms and experience in content management tools.  Requires a working knowledge of – web design tools: HTML, JavaScript, CSS, Dreamweaver, Flash, Adobe Suite or products including Photoshop and Adobe Design.  Additional knowledge of educational technology tools needed (e.g. Moodle, Angel Learning System, Blackboard, Respondus, Impatica, Contribute 5).  Equivalent education, experience and/or training may be substitute for the degree requirements.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The primary purpose of the Web-Support Specialist position is to assist faculty in the development and adaptation of academic and continuing education course content to an Internet-based environment.  Prepares content for web-based delivery.  Web support specialist is responsible for maintaining and updating the content of the websites and course content under SHRP purview.  Works closely with staff and faculty to design and layout the websites, on-line courses, and course page material.  Works cooperatively with faculty and staff members to communications among students, faculty, and staff.

Instructor, Peer Transformation Project (posted 6/24/11)
Organize and deliver academic and continuing education in web based and other formats of psychiatric rehabilitation content, particularly in the area of peer-delivered services.  Collaborates in the establishment of online and in-person learning communities.  Responsibilities include distance learning and meetings in New York State.  Student advisement required.  Coordination with other partners, regular communication required.  Assist in administration of program.  Send resume to Kenneth J. Gill, PhD, Department Chair, UMDNJ, 1776 Raritan Rd., Scotch Plains, NJ  07076 or email to kgill@umdnj.edu. Recruitment will continue until position is filled.  UMDNJ is an AA/EEO employer

Volunteers of America

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