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RWJBarnabas Health

Patient Support Associate

Toms River, NJ · On-site

$16.96 - $18.97/hr

Patient Support Associate Location: CMC Nursing Department Name: OR-Environmental Services Req ... Community and Volunteer Opportunities * Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Patient Support Associate

Toms River, NJ · On-site

$16.96 - $18.97/hr

Patient Support Associate Location: CMC Nursing Department Name: OR-Environmental Services Req ... Community and Volunteer Opportunities * Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Patient Support Associate

Toms River, NJ · On-site

$16.96 - $18.97/hr

Patient Support Associate Location: CMC Nursing Department Name: OR-Environmental Services Req ... Community and Volunteer Opportunities * Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC ...

Tory Burch

Support Associate

Short Hills, NJ · On-site

$18.50 - $24/hr

... community. You are seeking a work environment where people are encouraged to dream, explore ... supporting front of the house and back of the house operations. You're also resourceful and ...

Tory Burch

Support Associate

Short Hills, NJ · On-site

$18.50 - $24/hr

... community. You are seeking a work environment where people are encouraged to dream, explore ... supporting front of the house and back of the house operations. You're also resourceful and ...

Tory Burch

Support Associate

Short Hills, NJ · On-site

$18.50 - $24/hr

... community. You are seeking a work environment where people are encouraged to dream, explore ... supporting front of the house and back of the house operations. You're also resourceful and ...

Tory Burch LLC

Support Associate

Short Hills, NJ · On-site

$18.50 - $24/hr

... community. You are seeking a work environment where people are encouraged to dream, explore ... supporting front of the house and back of the house operations. You're also resourceful and ...

Tory Burch

Support Associate

Elizabeth, NJ · On-site

$17 - $22.25/hr

... community. You are seeking a work environment where people are encouraged to dream, explore ... supporting front of the house and back of the house operations. You're also resourceful and ...

Tory Burch LLC

Support Associate

Elizabeth, NJ · On-site

$17 - $22.25/hr

... community. You are seeking a work environment where people are encouraged to dream, explore ... supporting front of the house and back of the house operations. You're also resourceful and ...

Tory Burch LLC

Support Associate

Short Hills, NJ · On-site

$18.50 - $24/hr

... community. You are seeking a work environment where people are encouraged to dream, explore ... supporting front of the house and back of the house operations. You're also resourceful and ...

Bancroft

Day Support Associate

Voorhees, NJ · On-site

$19.16 - $19.44/hr

Day Support Associate Location: Voorhees, NJ Department: Flicker Hourly Rate: $19.16-$19.44/hr ... Care, Community Based, Mental Health Technician, Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA, Patient Care ...

Bancroft

Day Support Associate

Voorhees, NJ · On-site

$19.16 - $19.44/hr

Day Support Associate Location: Voorhees, NJ Department: Flicker Hourly Rate: $19.16-$19.44/hr ... Care, Community Based, Mental Health Technician, Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA, Patient Care ...

Bancroft

Day Support Associate

Voorhees, NJ

$19.16 - $19.44/hr

Day Support Associate Location: Voorhees, NJ Department: Flicker Hourly Rate: $19.16-$19.44/hr ... Care, Community Based, Mental Health Technician, Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA, Patient Care ...

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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for community support associate in New Jersey is $17.72, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $19.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a community support associate do?

A Community Support Associate provides assistance and resources to individuals within a community, often helping them access services, resolve issues, and improve their overall well-being. They may work with diverse populations, including families, the elderly, or people with disabilities, to offer guidance, advocacy, and support. Their responsibilities can include answering questions, connecting people with local programs, and facilitating communication between community members and service providers. The goal is to empower individuals and strengthen the community as a whole.

How does a community support associate typically collaborate with other departments to resolve member issues?

Community Support Associates often work closely with teams like product, engineering, and marketing to address member concerns efficiently. When a technical issue arises, they may escalate tickets to the engineering team and provide detailed feedback to ensure swift resolution. Regular cross-department meetings or updates help keep everyone aligned on recurring community concerns or feature requests. This collaborative approach not only enhances the member experience but also gives associates insight into broader company operations, which can be valuable for career development.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a community support associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Community Support Associate, you typically need a background in social work, psychology, or a related field, along with strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Familiarity with client management software, documentation systems, and sometimes certifications in mental health or crisis intervention are valuable. Outstanding communication, patience, and cultural sensitivity enable you to connect with diverse clients and respond effectively to their needs. These skills and qualities are crucial for providing meaningful support and facilitating positive outcomes for individuals in the community.
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Community Support Specialist - Supportive Housing

Woods Services

NJ • On-site

$45K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Woods Services rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

438th of 771 rated non-profit organizations

Job description

Overview
Join our team and be a part of something extraordinary as part of Bridgeway's Community Support Services program.
Community Support Services (CSS) / Supportive Housing
Community Support Services (CSS) / Supportive Housing provide services necessary to assist residents achieve mental health rehabilitative and recovery goals across a series of wellness domains including employment, education, housing, physical and mental health. Services begin with the development of an individualized recovery plan through a comprehensive personalized needs assessment. Persons served in this program learn and practice skills in order to achieve community integration and remain living independently in the setting of their choice.
Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, 403b, basic life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, EAP
  • Eligible for medical benefits after 30 days of employment
  • 10 paid holidays (an 11th after 2 years of employment), generous vacation and sick time

Salary: Starting at $45000 - depending on experience / education
Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday / 9:00 am - 5:00 pm with (1) 10:00 am - 6:00 pm shift
Job Summary
As a member of the multi-disciplinary Community Support Services team, provides resource development, skill development and direct support to assist people who have serious mental illness who are enrolled in CSS to fully integrate into the community of their choice.
Responsibilities
  • Contributes to the Comprehensive Rehabilitation Needs Assessment on an ongoing basis.
  • Participates with the licensed staff in the development, implementation, and monitoring and updating of the individualized rehabilitation plan/Individual Recovery Plan (IRP).
  • Perform therapeutic rehabilitative skill development as outlined in the CSS Regulations.
  • Offer services appropriate to meet person's served needs as identified in the Comprehensive Rehabilitation Needs Assessment (CRNA) and included in each individuals IRP.
  • Perform crisis intervention as indicated
  • Coordinate and manage services in conjunction with the team.
  • Supportive counseling, medication education, mental health education and early crisis intervention
  • Engages people receiving services in the treatment process.
  • Utilizes Illness Management and Recovery, WRAP and other relevant health and wellness curriculum to ensure overall wellness is a key focus in the individual's recovery plan
  • Perform evidence-based practices that are appropriate for implementing community support services. This may include Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral and Educational Strategies, Trauma Informed Care, Career Services, Permanent Supportive Housing, IMR and WRAP.
  • Mental health education, community living skill training, and supportive counseling in the home and other natural environments to person served and significant others
  • 24-hour on-call coverage on a rotating schedule
  • Technical assistance and education to members of the team in the area of recovery and wellness. Works with the team to develop materials and strategies for teaching wellness strategies including Wellness Recovery Action Plans, instilling hope, promoting choice and empowerment, and spirituality, in conjunction with the team
  • Serves as a resource for all team members to ensure health literacy principles are translated into services and supports offered for all persons served, especially those who are at risk for metabolic syndrome
  • Consults with other service providers and resource people regarding the assessment, treatment and rehabilitation needs of the people receiving services
  • Completes chart documentation for assigned individuals according to CSS regulations

Qualifications
  • Associate degree in one of the helping professions, such as social work, human services, counseling, psychiatric rehabilitation, psychology, or criminal justice, from an accredited college or university and will have a minimum of two years of experience in a community-based behavioral healthcare setting. Certification as a psychiatric rehabilitation practitioner may be substituted for one year of experience. Staff employed under this subsection cannot supervise others and shall work under the supervision of a licensed physician, psychiatrist, psychologist, advanced practice nurse, registered nurse, or master's level community support staff, OR
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in one of the helping professions, such as social work, human services, counseling, psychiatric rehabilitation, psychology, or criminal justice, OR
  • Master's degree from an accredited college/university in one of the helping professions, such as social work, human services, counseling, psychiatric rehabilitation, psychology, or criminal justice.
  • Individuals with a Bachelor's degree only in a field other than a helping profession will have a minimum of two years of professional experience in a community behavioral health care setting.
  • Certification as a Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner may be substituted for one year of experience.
  • Valid Driver's License with no more than one moving violation with the past 12 months (vehicle required)

About Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services
Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services facilitates, promotes, and fosters recovery from mental illness and co-occurring problems. We inspire and support individuals to become productive citizens who are fully engaged in their communities by creating opportunities for wellness, independent living, learning, working and social inclusion.

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