Mental Health Support Staff

Job Details: Job Location: Wayne Crisis Stabilization Center

• HONESDALE, PA, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $16.00 - $21.54Hourly, Job Shift: Multiple, Job Category: Crisis, Mental Health Support Staff – Full-time Center for Community Resources Wayne County, PA WANT TO WORK FOR AN AGENCY THAT’S BEEN VOTED BEST PLACES TO WORK FOR 12 CONSECUTIVE YEARS WITH COMPETITIVE BENEFITS AND SALARY? CCR’s mission is connecting people to services. And that’s exactly what you’ll be doing in this role. Here, you’ll appreciate the support and camaraderie of a local team as you provide the community with care and support that will improve their mental health and well-being. We offer an extra $0.75/hr. shift differential for the evening shift and $1.50/hr. for overnight shift. This position allows for a great work-life balance. However, you must be flexible to work weekends and holidays as needed. Center for Community Resources is seeking Mental Health Support Staff to support mental health Crisis Residential Services for eligible consumers, as defined by DPW Title 55 Code Chapter 5240. This position works as part of a collaborative team alongside the Crisis Residential Team to provide timely, compassionate, and effective crisis residential services. This position offers a starting pay range of $16.00–$21.54 per hour, based on experience & education level. Mental Health Support Staff provide direct care and supervision to individuals experiencing acute mental health crises in a residential setting. This role supports resident safety, stabilization, and recovery by assisting with daily activities, monitoring behavior, and maintaining a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment.

Essential Functions

Provide supervision and support to residents to ensure safety and well-being Assist residents during periods of emotional distress using basic de-escalation techniques Observe and report changes in resident behavior, mood, or functioning Support daily living activities such as meals, hygiene, and structured programming Maintain a clean, safe, and supportive residential environment Follow program policies, safety procedures, and confidentiality requirements Communicate effectively with clinical and program staff Perform other related duties as assigned to support facility operations Qualifications: Required: High School diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).

Valid driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, Act 33/34 and FBI clearances will be required. Individuals who have accessed human services are encouraged to apply. EOE/ADA Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in mental health, human services, or related field Certified Peer Specialist certification Two years of direct mental health or related experience *Center for Community Resources is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.

Interested applicants should visit Student Loan Forgiveness | Federal Student Aid Benefits & Total Rewards: HEALTH & WELLNESS Medical: Employee $41.93/pay Employee + Child(ren) $73.32/pay Employee + Spouse $93.60/pay Employee + Family $121.61/pay FREE Dental Insurance FREE Vision Insurance FREE Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Account (FSA) FREE Healthy Merits Well-Being Program EMPLOYER-PAID COVERAGE FREE Life Insurance FREE Short-Term Disability FREE Long-Term Disability TIME OFF & WORK LIFE BALANCE Up to 20 PTO days in your first year 25 PTO days at 5 years 30 PTO days at 11 years 7 Paid Holidays 1 Floating Personal Day PTO Cash-Out Option Flexible scheduling opportunities RETIREMENT & FINANCIAL 403(b) Retirement Plan Employer match up to 6% Referral Bonus - up to $1,000 Pre-tax & Roth contribution options EDUCATION & SUPPORT Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 per semester / $4,000 per year Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer ADDITIONAL OPTIONS Accident Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Hospital Indemnity Insurance Buy-Up Life & AD&D Insurance Equal Opportunity Employer Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Qualifications

Required: Preferred: Education High School Diploma/GED Bachelor’s Degree in mental health, human services or related field Experience Two years of direct mental health or related experience Licenses, certificates or clearances Act 33/34 Special skills, knowledge and abilities Other factors or requirements Able to exercise sound judgement Detail oriented and well organized Able to work independently and with a team