Crisis Care Mental Health Tech – Day Shift, Per Diem

RWJBarnabas Health; Bergen Mills (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Mental Health Technician for Monmouth Medical Center in Millstone Township, NJ. The Per Diem, Day shift role supports psychiatric patients under RN supervision, focusing on safety, empathy, and therapeutic engagement.

Responsibilities include continuous patient observation, following care plans, and assisting with ADLs, nutrition, and basic clinical procedures such as EKGs and venipuncture. Requires a High School Diploma and 3–5 years in psychiatric care.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school education required.
• Ability to follow RN direction and care plans.
• Strong observation and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide constant observation and companionship to patients.
• Follow patient care plans to support goals.
• Document patient status and report changes to RN.
• Assist with activities of daily living and meals.
• Perform clinical tasks under RN direction (EKG, venipuncture, capillary sampling, glucose checks).
• Adhere to safety and infection control protocols.

Skills

Observation skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Patient safety oriented

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Mental Health Technician for Monmouth Medical Center in Millstone Township, NJ. The Per Diem, Day shift role supports psychiatric patients under RN supervision, focusing on safety, empathy, and therapeutic engagement.

Responsibilities include continuous patient observation, following care plans, and assisting with ADLs, nutrition, and basic clinical procedures such as EKGs and venipuncture. Requires a High School Diploma and 3–5 years in psychiatric care.