Mental Health Program Specialist - Part - Time

pDescription/ppThestrong Raritan Bay Area YMCA /strongis seeking a part-time strongMental Health Program Specialist /strongto support the Mental Health department with the implementation of mental health prevention and intervention programs./ppbr//ppFor years, thestrong Raritan Bay Area YMCA/strong has been a cornerstone of the Perth Amboy community and beyond. Our impact continues to grow through programs centered on our three Areas of Focus: Healthy Living, Youth Development, and Social Responsibility. The Y’s Mental Health Services Department is dedicated to addressing the critical need for accessible, high-quality mental and behavioral health services, as well as social support, for individuals of all ages.nbsp;/ppbr//ppUnder the supervision of the Director of Mental Health Services, the strongMental Health Program Specialist/strong will be responsible for overseeing program recruitment, conducting participant assessments and screenings, managing cases, delivering individual and group programming and curricula, and coordinating various programs and events./ppbr//ppWhile demonstrating a commitment to the YMCA's core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, and Faith, the strongMental Health Program Specialist/strong will also be passionate about mental health and well-being; exhibit exceptional empathy, cultural competence, with the ability to work effectively in a diverse, multilingual community./ppbr//ppstrongEssential Duties:/strong/polliLearn and deliver various program curricula such as Strengthening Families, Overcoming Obstacles, and Skills to Pay the Bills.nbsp;/liliFacilitate the recruitment of program participants including responding to calls and inquiries from potential program participants in a respectful and professional manner and engaging in networking and marketing efforts./liliCoordinate and prepare for meetings and events including room reservation, set-up and breakdown./liliUtilize electronic health record, internal and external programs/software to create and submit assigned documentation in a timely, accurate manner including but not limited to time sheets, progress and group notes.nbsp;/liliConduct initial basic screenings and assessments for program participants.nbsp;/liliEngage with program participants weekly to support the realization of Individual Success Plans, Treatment Plans and Goal Achievement. nbsp;/liliSupport event coordination and execution for Department of Mental Health Services such as marketing/tabling events, fairs and presentations.nbsp;/liliFacilitate the creation of an environment that fosters physical and emotional safety for program participants and families.nbsp;/liliResponsible for other duties, as assigned./li/olpstrongPosition Details:/strong/pullistrongNonexempt:/strong 15-25 hours per week. Typical hours vary. Some evenings and weekends will be required as needed for programming/li/ulpstrongBenefits Include:/strongnbsp;/pulliMonthly Team Training/liliFree YMCA Employee amp; Family Membership strong*/strong/lili403(b) Retirement Savings Plan - eligible upon hire/liliPaid NJ Sick Leave/liliSubsidized Child Care/liliDiscounted Program Fees/liliYMCA Retirement Fund - emwhen eligible /em(with 8% Y contribution, 4% employee) strong*/strong/li/ulpemstrong*/strong/ememContingencies Apply/em/ppbr//ppemThe Raritan Bay Area YMCA is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.nbsp;/em/ppRequirements/pulliPrevious experience working with children and families.nbsp;/liliAppropriate education and/or experience, may include an Associates or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college, or one to three years of related experience./liliObtain and successfully pass state and federal criminal background check via fingerprinting./liliUtilization of Electronic Health Record System and other data entry systems.nbsp;/liliReliable and punctual with ability to complete independent tasks while being part of the collaborate team and effort.nbsp;/liliLanguage Skills - Spanish and English bilingual a plus. Excellent written and verbal/nonverbal abilities in languages.nbsp;/liliAbility to effectively present information and respond to questionsnbsp;/liliAbility to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments ofnbsp;/lilithe community./liliExemplary cultural competence.nbsp;/liliFamiliar with the culture and mission of the organizationnbsp;/li/ulpbr//p