Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Program Ambassador - For My Baby and Me (Trenton, NJ)

Can you look into the eyes of someone who is struggling and see their pain – while also seeing their potential? Are you passionate about providing opportunities to help people rebuild their lives?

The Mission is looking to expand our team of committed staff members who are dedicated to creating an environment where those who have nowhere else to turn can live with dignity, experience hope and see new opportunities.

Program Ambassador - For My Baby and Me Program The Rescue Mission of Trenton is seeking a Program Ambassador for our For My Baby and Me Program. The position is supervised by the Director of Emergency Services and clinical oversight by a Licensed Certified Addiction Counselor, the Program Ambassador will speak on behalf of the For My Baby and Me program to promote engagement. This position will provide educational and support services related to recovery, prenatal care, and an array of mental health support services to the For My Baby and Me consumers and participate in the planning and provision in partnering with consumers to create wellness and recovery plans. About the Rescue Mission of Trenton: Located in Trenton New Jersey we serve men and women who have no place else to turn for shelter, clothing, treatment and food. We provide a safe, clean, warm refuge for the homeless, the hungry, the transient and the addicted. Our services encourage individuals to reach their greatest potential and create an environment where one can live with dignity, build self-esteem, responsibility and hope. Your contribution to the work of our mission will be invaluable in fulfilling our mission and we look forward to welcoming you to our team. What it’s like to work at the Rescue Mission of Trenton: Rescue Mission of Trenton was founded in 1915 and is a non-profit organization that helps rescue people from themselves and their situations. Our dedicated staff in the Shelter and our Behavioral Health Unit offer care, support and encouragement to all that reside here. We value dignity, communication and helping each of our clients reach their full potential. Clients and residents are assisted by staff with treatment options, medical help, job placement, financial planning, education, counseling and mental health treatment. Our staff works diligently with the clients to get ID, an income and the things necessary to help them with transitioning to become self-sufficient. Qualifications For Position: High School diploma, proficient in computer skills and usage of cell phone Possess strong consumer service and listening strengths Knowledge of mental illness and ability to act as a good coach for this population Knowledge of Harm Reduction Strategies and Local Mental Health Resources Possess ability to function in a team environment Possess excellent written and oral communication strengths and problem-solving abilities Possess valid driver’s license Peer Recovery Specialist certification or will obtain certification within 6 months of employment. Position Details:

• Shared on-call availability and response required 24 hours -7 days per week

• Engage consumers in health promotion planning, activities, including the provision of motivational interventions, to increase treatment and medication compliance and support lifestyle changes.

• Provide health education specific to substance use, recovery, mental health and perinatal care.

• Develop with the consumer and if possible, the family, self-management goals to be included in the service plan.

• Monitor progress on self-management goals.

• Providing support for the self-management goals included in the service plan.

• Provide skill development activities to help the consumers understand and manage the different health conditions affecting them.

• Provide support and best practices to help consumers learn the skills necessary for maintaining and healthy and sustainable lifestyle. This includes but not limited to budgeting finances, learning how to plan nutritious meals, shop for health foods, practice mindfulness in eating, plan and implement a program for regular exercise and fitness and proper sleep, avoid or reduce harmful behaviors (smoking, substance use, overeating, etc.) and maintain personal hygiene and a healthy

• Facilitate and engage consumers in community supports. This requires helping consumers to develop and strengthen family support and other community support to assist them in recovering from substance use and mental health problems and other health conditions. Also help consumers develop motivation to engage in attitudes and activities that promote health and wellness.

• Provide and/or facilitate transportation to appointments and by accompanying consumers on appointments to reduce consumer apprehension. In addition to ensuring the participation of the consumer in the service, also ensure better coordination with the provider by accompanying consumers and resolving other concerns that might interfere with access.

• Orient FMBM consumers to basic principles of recovery management.

• Consult with FMBM consumers and family members to develop and monitor wellness assessments.

• Assist in care coordination with the program RN/LPN and program partners to ensure access to health care.

• Co-facilitate wellness groups.

• Participate in local community consumer advisory board.

• Participate in regularly scheduled team meetings.

• Outreach and engagement of new and existing consumers.

• Other duties as assigned.

  Term : 7/1/2024 - 6/30/2025 Hourly Rate : $25 Schedule : TBD

The Rescue Mission of Trenton is committed to ensuring that all current and prospective employees are afforded equal opportunities and treatment and a harassment-free work environment. The Mission provides equal employment opportunities for all without regard to any form of intentional or unintentional harassment or discrimination based on regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, breastfeeding, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Covid-19

Rescue Mission of Trenton requires all new employees to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated and have received a booster (where eligible) against COVID-19 prior to start of employment, unless the Rescue Mission of Trenton has granted the employee a medical or religious exemption.

Department: Emergency Shelter

This is a full time position