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Military/Veteran Peer Support Specialist III Per Diem

$21/hr•Per DiemRemote

location_onQuick Way, Society Hill, Piscataway Township, Middlesex County, New Jersey, 08854, United States

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Job Description

About the Organization

Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence-based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC is one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, with a budget of $260 million and 15 sites throughout the state. Services are readily accessible and include inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach, case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school.

Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children, and child protective service workers. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year.

Work location

Work model: Remote

Quick Way, Society Hill, Piscataway Township, Middlesex County, New Jersey, 08854, United States

Piscataway Township, New Jersey

Open in Google Maps(40.53939, -74.46641)

Key Responsibilities

  • check_circleReceive and respond to telephone, chat, and text service requests
  • check_circleMaintain knowledge of Center and Unit policies and procedures
  • check_circleDocument contacts, interventions, and interactions in electronic records
  • check_circleReview service needs and offer appropriate referrals and dispositions
  • check_circleEngage individuals in an empathic and concerned manner
  • check_circleProvide person-centered peer support to individuals contacting the Call Center

Requirements

  • verifiedHigh School diploma or equivalent
  • verifiedAt least three (3) years of active duty service OR thirty (30) days in a combat zone (including medically discharged/retired) OR four (4) years in the National Guard
  • verifiedDemonstrated ability to use a computer for recording services and basic office functions
  • verifiedDemonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team

Benefits & Perks

check_circleMedical, prescription drug, and dental coveragecheck_circlePaid vacation, holidays, and various leave programscheck_circleCompetitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings optionscheck_circleEmployee and dependent educational benefitscheck_circleLife insurance coveragecheck_circleEmployee discount programs

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: computer, electronic contact record.

Education: High School diploma or equivalent required.

Frequently asked questions about Military/Veteran Peer Support Specialist III Per Diem at Rutgers University

What does a Military/Veteran Peer Support Specialist III Per Diem at Rutgers University do?expand_more
A Military/Veteran Peer Support Specialist III Per Diem at Rutgers University is responsible for the following: Receive and respond to telephone, chat, and text service requests; Maintain knowledge of Center and Unit policies and procedures; Document contacts, interventions, and interactions in electronic records; and Review service needs and offer appropriate referrals and dispositions.
What are the requirements for this Military/Veteran Peer Support Specialist III Per Diem role?expand_more
To qualify for the Military/Veteran Peer Support Specialist III Per Diem at Rutgers University position, applicants should have: High School diploma or equivalent; At least three (3) years of active duty service OR thirty (30) days in a combat zone (including medically discharged/retired) OR four (4) years in the National Guard; Demonstrated ability to use a computer for recording services and basic office functions; and Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
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The advertised salary range for Military/Veteran Peer Support Specialist III Per Diem at Rutgers University is $21/hr.
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Military/Veteran Peer Support Specialist III Per Diem at Rutgers University is based in Quick Way, Society Hill, Piscataway Township, Middlesex County, New Jersey, 08854, United States. This is a remote role.
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Rutgers University has listed this Military/Veteran Peer Support Specialist III Per Diem role as remote.
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Military/Veteran Peer Support Specialist III Per Diem at Rutgers University typically requires 3+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
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Key skills for Military/Veteran Peer Support Specialist III Per Diem at Rutgers University include computer; and electronic contact record.
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Educational requirements for this role: High School diploma or equivalent required.
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Military/Veteran Peer Support Specialist III Per Diem at Rutgers University is part of the Admin job category on Recrutus.