Share Email Opening Title Psychiatric Emergency Support Specialist - PESP  Description The Bergen County Psychiatric Emergency Screening Program “262-HELP”, a program of Care Plus NJ, is seeking to hire motivated full-time and part-time Psychiatric Emergency Support Specialists.  Various schedules are available including days, evenings, and overnights.  All schedules include one weekend shift and all FT/PT positions are union positions. Job summary Answering 24-hour crisis hotline and telephonic triage Supportive crisis intervention counseling, consultation and risk assessment Collaboration with local law enforcement, community mental health providers and medical professionals Referral and linkage of clients in need of mental health and community resource information Providing psycho-education and advocacy Completing all legal and program documentation within agency/department guidelines   Qualifications Master’s Degree in a mental health related field OR Bachelor’s Degree in a mental health related field plus 2 years of experience in a mental health setting Valid driver’s license and insurable under Agency's automobile insurance policy   Benefits Include: Sign - on bonuses Health, Dental and Vision Life and Disability insurance Generous Paid Time Off Competitive Hourly Wages and Premium Holiday Compensation 401k Plan and Tuition Reimbursement Employee Discount and Rewards Program   CPNJ embraces a culture of diversity and inclusion in all of it policies and procedures. Care Plus adheres to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, et seq and NJ Law Against Discrimination.   Position Requirements Care Plus NJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has clarified that asking employees whether they have received the COVID-19 vaccine is not a disability-related inquiry under the ADA.  Care Plus as a healthcare provider mandates that all new hires have the COVID vaccination prior to the start date of employment. Requiring all employees to have the COVID vaccination is for the protection of our employees and the clients we serve.  Therefore, prior to Orientation you will be required to upload proof of your COVID vaccination or at the very least, proof of your first vaccine shot.  Failure to have this information timely upload to the onboarding portal may result in delay of your start date and/or withdrawal of the job offer.   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Shift Days   Location Main Site   About the Organization CarePlus New Jersey is a northern New Jersey provider of recovery-focused mental health, substance abuse, and family services that address the unique needs of individuals with a holistic approach to recovery and overall wellness. Operating out of over 23 sites - including three outpatient centers located in Paramus, Fair Lawn, and Montclair, ten residential facilities, offices at three local hospitals, and seven community offices - our services are convenient to clients located throughout Northern New Jersey. We also provide educational programs on mental health-related topics to area schools and community groups. For more information, visit www.CarePlusNJ.org.   EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by Federal and State laws.   SuperVFlg None Specified  Full Time or Part Time None Specified  supervisorUID None Specified  This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://CarePlusNJInc.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category Clinician Crossroads in Hunterdon, NJ Posted on: 6/7/2023 [Apply Now] Mental Health Screener PESP in Paramus, NJ Posted on: 6/7/2023 [Apply Now] Mental Health Worker Residence - PT Weekends in Paramus, NJ Posted on: 6/7/2023 [Apply Now] Mental Health Worker Residence (FT) in Paramus, NJ Posted on: 6/7/2023 [Apply Now] Overnight Mental Health Worker in Paramus, NJ Posted on: 6/7/2023 [Apply Now] Other Jobs Within 60 Miles Maintenance Worker 1+2 in Paramus, NJ Posted on: 5/3/2023 [Apply Now] Assistant Director of Children's Mobile in Paramus, NJ Posted on: 5/23/2023 [Apply Now] Driver (per diem) in Paramus, NJ Posted on: 3/14/2023 [Apply Now] Driver (part-time) in Paramus, NJ Posted on: 3/16/2023 [Apply Now] Driver (per diem) in Paramus, NJ Posted on: 5/22/2023 [Apply Now]

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