94 Support Services jobs in Linden

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE -COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES

NEW GRADUATE LPN'S ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. Full-Time. $25.80 per hour. Full-time 40 hours Monday through Friday flexible schedule.

SOUTH JERSEY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH RESOURCES, INC. (SJBHR), a 501(c) (3) which may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Is a community-based mental health organization dedicated to providing quality behavioral health services since 1984.

SJBHR is currently seeking a full-time LPN to work in our community support services program serving consumers in the community with sever and persistent mental illness. We offer a robust benefits and time off package including Health and Dental, Life insurance, AFLAC, EPA, Employee discounts, two weeks vacation, 11 holidays, four personal days, and 12 sick days.

Under supervision of the Director of Nursing or designee, the Community Support Services LPN provides nursing services and education for the agency's consumer population enrolled in the Community Support Services (CSS) programs at South Jersey Behavioral Health Resources, Inc.

Consumers are provided nursing services via flexible nursing staff schedule

Certifications, Licenses/Registrations

Current New Jersey licensure as an LPN is required.

A valid driver's license is required. Driver's abstract must meet insurance carrier's requirements.

Education and/Experience

Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing is required.

Mental health experience is preferred.

Provides a minimum of 5 hours daily of direct face to face nursing and/or mental health rehabilitation services to consumers according to the consumer's individual rehabilitation plan, and documents observations, information and services provided.

Assess the medical needs of each consumer and coordinate care with treating provider

Provides medication administration and education to consumers, monitors consumer side effects and reports any problematic reactions to supervisor/treating physician

Provides consumers education regarding medication and other health related issues. Provides family education.

Prepares clear, sound, accurate, and informative documentation of all consumer interaction and corresponding follow-up activity in accordance with CSS documentation standards.

Provides monthly clinical record audits.

Reviews labs and medical records. Reports abnormal findings to their supervisor and ordering physician.

We are seeking a full-time Success Coach for our Student Support Services Program (SSS-Classic). This person will maintain a full-time caseload and provide coaching and academic support to assigned students. The SSS-Classic Success Coach will report to the Program Director and assist in all aspects of program development, recruitment, outreach, and evaluation.

This is a full-time, grant-funded administrative position.

Example of Duties:

• Provide individual and group coaching to assigned students including academic advisement, career and life planning, and transfer counseling.
• Coordinate leadership development, educational, cultural and social activities for program participants.
• Assist with the development, administration, and evaluation of retention programs including the learning communities' initiative, career planning, and new student orientation.
• Monitor student progress and recommend appropriate interventions and services.
• Assist in the identification and implementation of development and instructional support resources for the special needs program participants.
• Maintain accurate records of student caseload.
• Make referrals, as needed, to social and community agencies and College offices.
• Teach assigned section of the College Experience course each semester.
• Participate in professional development and/or in-service training as provided by the College.
• Perform related duties, including Saturday and evening duties as assigned by the Program Director.

• Bachelor's degree in Student Personnel Services, Counseling, Social Work, or related field
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in an urban environment working with academically disadvantaged students preferred
• Strong verbal, written, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Excellent New Jersey State health insurance plans
• Dental Plan options 100% covered by employer
• Retirement systems through New Jersey State
• Tuition waivers for PCCC courses for employees and eligible dependents, per terms of the relevant labor contract (Some fees may still apply.)
• Tuition reimbursement for all full-time employees, excluding grant-funded positions, per terms of the relevant labor contract
• Short-term disability providing up to 26 weeks of paid leave, per terms of carrier (excluded for faculty and grant-funded positions)
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Floating Holiday hours (*Prorated based on hire date)

• Employee Assistance Program provides free, confidential, limited counseling services, work-life assistance, legal and financial guidance.
• Commuter Benefits : Free parking access is provided on site. An optional Transit Pre-Tax Plan is available which allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to purchase eligible transit expenses.
• Flexible Spending Account allows employee to contribute pre-tax dollars to use for eligible out-of-pocket medical and dependent care expenses.
• Supplemental insurance provides cash benefits to assist with out-of-pocket expenses when hurt or sick.
• Voluntary Annuity Programs: Additional contributions to retirement account

Peer Advocate , HIV Support Services (Staten Island)

Staten Island, NY ( • Health Care Coordination

Job Type

Part-time

Description

Title:Peer Advocate , HIV Support Services (Staten Island)

Department: Health Care Coordination

Reports To:Comprehensive Services Coordinator

Location:56 Bay Street 4th floor, Staten Island, NY 10301

Position Status:Part-time (24hrs/week)

FLSA Status:Non-exempt

Pay & Benefits:The pay range for this role is generally $17.79-$19.23 per hour commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. Additionally, we offer an excellent benefits package that includes generous paid time off (4 weeks of vacation plus paid holidays, personal, and sick time), medical, dental, vision, supplemental benefits including employer provided basic life insurance and employee assistance programs, tuition reimbursement and fitness reimbursement after 1 year of employment, a retirement plan that includes employer matching, and more!

Community Health Action of Staten Island (CHASI)drives dramatic improvements in the health of New Yorkers by feeding people who are hungry, healing families broken apart by violence, and bridging the gaps between people and the compassionate health care they deserve. CHASI provides outreach, education, prevention, and direct support services for populations most affected by health disparities – people with low or no income, low-income people with chronic illnesses, people with criminal justice involvement, people who use drugs, domestic violence survivors, people of color, and the LGBTQ community.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Community Health Action of Staten Island, in partnership with Sun River Health, has developed a collaborative program to enhance care engagement, improve HIV health outcomes, and promote the well-being of people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWH/A) in Queens and Staten Island. The Ryan White Support Services program addresses unmet social service needs that have significantly hindered their access to and engagement in HIV and other essential medical care. This program will expand services to Staten Island and establish community-based, non-Medicaid eligible services in Queens to assess, identify, and address unmet social determinants of health (SDOH) needs.

The Peer Advocate position was created as research and CHASI’s values dictate that involving people who have their own lived experience with substance use, mental health conditions, and/ or HIV is invaluable in reaching and helping the population. The Peer Advocate mentors and guides individuals using their experiences to support people in a way that shows people that living a healthy life with HIV is not only possible but sustainable. The Peer Advocate maintains appropriate positive, professional interpersonal relationships with staff, participants, volunteers, and the community. They will be well versed in all CHASI and Sun River Health services to refer and link clients appropriate to services.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide overview of program, department, and agency services through Orientation activities;

• Accompany participants to provider sites to give support and navigation assistance;

• Co-facilitate group activities that teach clients how to identify high risk thoughts or actions and slow down impulsive behavior to change their thought patterns for prosocial behavior;

• Assist with community outreach and program promotion to inform the public of available agency resources, as needed;

• Provide food and nutrition counseling/education;

• Successfully complete required food and nutrition counseling and education training held by the College of Staten Island;

• Conduct telephone and office-based follow up with individuals to identify and address barriers to care and treatment;

• Provide reminder phone calls to reinforce retention in care and services;

• Reach out to participants to follow up on referrals made and to engage them into programming;

• Outreach individuals who miss appointments;

• Attend and participate in staff development trainings as required;

• Actively participate in regularly scheduled supervision and attend team meetings;

• Complete all program documentation in a timely manner;

• Perform all functions in alignment with CHASI’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values;

• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Hold a NYS AIDS Institute Certified Peer credential, preferred. Other Peer certification from a reputable program can also be considered OR be able to obtain certification within first 6 months of hire.

• Lived experience with HIV is highly preferred; candidates with lived experience with substance use and/or mental health conditions are welcomed also welcomed.

• High school diploma or high school equivalency is highly preferred.

• Bilingual Spanish is highly desired.

• Possess an understanding of community-level work and the importance of collaborating and coordinating with other organizations.

• Effective oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to juggle priorities and manage time productively; thrives in a fast-paced environment.

• Knowledge of community resources and organizations in Staten Island.

• Demonstrate organizational & problem-solving skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

• Familiarity with electronic health records or a willingness to learn.

CHASI is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to hiring and supporting a diverse staff? People of color, LGBTQ,?women, and?people with disabilities strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, religion, color, national origin, sex,?sexual orientation, gender identity,?age, genetic information, disability or marital status.

Position Overview :

Children and adolescents in our program have experienced multiple types of trauma and loss. Some are diagnosed with one or more behavioral/mental health diagnoses. The Children and Family Treatment and Support Services (CFTSS) Provider will be responsible for providing interventions that support the wellbeing and safety of children and adolescents. The CFTSS Provider will support children in accessing resources that will foster growth and success. The CFTSS Provider will work in collaboration with the Health Home Care Managers and the Family Foster Care Mental Health Team to ensure that the needs of the youth/families are being met. Position may require flexible scheduling of hours to accommodate evening and weekend commitments.

Position Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in related field, plus two years applicable experience, in children’s mental health, addiction, and/or foster care/child welfare/juvenile justice. Bilingual Spanish-speaking is preferred. Must be computer literate. NYS Valid Driver’s license. Ability to travel to client homes in various locations to provide services. Must have access to and be proficient with computer systems. Ability to navigate NYC and surrounding areas successfully (geography/communities). Evening and weekend availability. Must Pass Fingerprint/ Background Clearance. Ability to manage time: service provision and timely documentation submission.

The Children’s Village does not discriminate against any employee, prospective employee or contractor because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic predisposition, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction history or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.

1. An appropriate New Jersey Department of Education Standard Certificate or eligible for an Emergency certificate as deemed necessary by . '
2. Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university.
3. New Jersey Standard School Social Worker or eligible for an Emergency certificate.
4. Licensed Clinical Social Worker preferred.
5. New Jersey Bilingual/Bicultural Education certificate preferred.
6. The following three options are allowed as alternatives in lieu of possessing a New Jersey Bilingual/Bicultural Education certificate
   1. You may present evidence of passing the oral and written language proficiency tests (OPI & WPT) in your target language with Language Testing International. The passing scores for both tests must be a minimum of Advanced Low; or
   2. A degree from an accredited University in the target language; or
   3. A World Language Certificate in the target language

1. Manages mental health programming for the district.
2. Develops and procures mental health resources and services for student's families, and staff.
3. Confers with student support staff in planning strategies, adapting practices and making modifications that will assist children in meeting academic, social emotional, behavioral and career goals.
4. Conduct trainings to promote mental health initiatives.
5. Coordinates meetings with social service, mental health agencies, hospital centers, and other outside organizations/agencies to develop partnerships focused on mental health.
6. Assists student support team members with strategies for involving and educating families, students, and school staff about mental health and referrals.
7. Generates written professional reports at required intervals with statistical data.
8. Knowledgeable about and adheres to the State and Federal regulations and established departmental procedures.
9. Maintains and reports at required intervals accurate statistical data related to productivity
10. Provides support around Title IV grant related activities.
11. Perform other duties as assigned.

1. Salary: $70,125 - $109, SY)
2. Employment Period: Ten (10) Months
3. Affiliation: Newark Teacher's Union (NTU)