Description CSPNJ, a mental health nonprofit agency, is looking for a full-time Resource Specialist. The Resource Specialist supports individuals in identifying, accessing, and navigating financial, healthcare, educational, and other community resources. This position provides hands-on assistance, advocacy, and peer-based support while helping individuals build independence and achieve their personal recovery goals. HIGHLIGHTS • Assist individuals in identifying and obtaining financial, healthcare, educational, housing, and other community resources. • Provide information about available community services and make appropriate referrals based on individual needs. • Assist individuals with completing applications for Medicaid, Social Security, birth certificates, identification, and other essential documents and benefits. • Provide peer-based, person-centered support that promotes independence, self-advocacy, and recovery. • Research and maintain current knowledge of community-based programs, services, and resources. • Build and maintain relationships with community organizations and service providers. Full-time | Benefit Eligible (Medical, free DMO dental & free vision) including 6 weeks PTO & 11 Holidays Requirements • High school diploma/GED with relevant work experience or a bachelor’s degree in a mental health-related discipline. • Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. • Strong emotional intelligence and the ability to build meaningful, respectful, and supportive relationships. • Knowledge of mental health, wellness, recovery, and community-based resources. • Willingness to openly share personal experiences with mental health and/or substance use services as appropriate to support others through a peer-based approach. • Ability to establish and maintain positive, professional relationships with individuals who receive or have received mental health and/or substance use services. • Ability to effectively engage and support individuals with mental health diagnoses using empathy, professionalism, person-centered, and trauma-informed approaches. • Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems. • Bilingual skills are a plus! • Must have a valid New Jersey driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. • Lived Experience: CSPNJ prioritizes hiring people who use their own life experience dealing with mental health/substance use issues to inspire and support others.