Mental Health Worker

Job Title

Mental Health Worker

Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, 201 LYONS AVENUE, NEWARK, NJ

Involuntary Psych Child & Adol

Behavioral and Mental Health

Per Diem

Day

$34.06 per hour

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Facilitation of activity groups on inpatient program, maintains unit safety and facilitates daily activity of the patients, assists patients in activities of daily living, conducts rounds and records accurate and timely clinical documentation, assists in code responses as per policy and in accordance with training, assists in securing patient personal belongings.

• Required:
  
  Bachelors Degree in Psychology, Sociology or related field preferred or a bachelors degree with one year prior relevant work experience interacting with patients and community.

• Preferred: A minimum of one year of experience, training, or education in the field of treatment is preferred.

• Current BLS certification or successful completion of required training to attain certification within three months of start date.

• Per Diem
• Day

• In this role, you will work under the direction of the RN to provide care for the patients on the unit.
• Some of the responsibilities include, but are not limited to, taking vital signs, EKG, assisting or providing patients with bedside care, i.e., bathing, mouth care, and skin care.
• In addition to CCT responsibilities, the Mental Health Associate MHA will provide emotional support to the behavioral patients.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer