Crisis Mental Health Screener - Day Shift (Per Diem)

RWJBarnabas Health; Long Branch (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Mental Health Screener for Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, NJ. The position supports Emergency Screening teams by conducting rapid assessments and guiding patients to appropriate care.

The role involves crisis intervention, collaboration with psychiatrists and ER staff, documentation in AVATAR, and ensuring timely disposition decisions. Day shifts, per diem, competitive hourly pay and the opportunity to make a vital difference in the community.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in a related field with three years of prior experience in a psychiatric setting, including at least one year in a crisis setting; OR Master’s degree plus one year of post-master’s experience in a psychiatric setting; OR currently enrolled in a Master’s program with two years of prior psychiatric setting experience, including at least one year in a crisis setting.

Responsibilities

• Screening adults and children experiencing psychiatric emergencies at PES, NPC, or WSC to determine the most appropriate, least restrictive level of care.
• Consulting with psychiatrists, medical staff, and emergency room teams to formulate safe patient dispositions.
• Answering the 24-hour crisis Hotline immediately to provide rapid emergency responses and guidance.
• Assessing patients for voluntary or involuntary hospitalization and accurately completing all state screening and legal commitment documents.
• Assisting mobile screeners by gathering patient data and prioritizing community outreaches based on acuity.
• Collaborating with medical units, voluntary psychiatric floors, and affiliated emergency rooms to manage psychiatric consultations.
• Completing thorough clinical documentation in AVATAR, including assessments, suicide risk evaluations, and internal handoffs.
• Providing vital consultation to community agencies and hospitals regarding the management of emergency psychiatric patients.

Education

BA/BS degree in related field

Master’s degree in psychiatric setting

Currently enrolled in Master’s program with psychiatric experience

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Mental Health Screener for Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, NJ. The position supports Emergency Screening teams by conducting rapid assessments and guiding patients to appropriate care.

The role involves crisis intervention, collaboration with psychiatrists and ER staff, documentation in AVATAR, and ensuring timely disposition decisions. Day shifts, per diem, competitive hourly pay and the opportunity to make a vital difference in the community.