Crisis Mental Health Screener - Night Shift, Part-Time

RWJBarnabas Health; Somerville (NJ); On-site; USD 34,440 - 52,348; Part time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health in New Jersey is seeking a Mental Health Screener to conduct rapid assessments and crisis interventions for patients in psychiatric emergencies. The role emphasizes teamwork, empathy, and safe disposition decisions.

The position supports emergency screening teams across PES, NPC, or WSC with night shifts (11pm–7:30am), 24 hours per week in a 3-day pattern, requiring licenses and BLS, and DMHS eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with 3 years of psychiatric experience or enrollment in a Master's program with 2 years of psychiatric experience.
• At least 1 year of experience in crisis or emergency screening.
• Valid NJ driver's license, BLS certification, and DMHS certification eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Screen adults and children in psychiatric emergencies to determine appropriate care and disposition.
• Consult with psychiatrists and ER teams to coordinate safe patient handoffs.
• Answer 24-hour crisis line and provide rapid emergency guidance.
• Assess need for hospitalization and complete state screening documents.
• Support mobile screeners and prioritize community outreaches by acuity.
• Collaborate with units and hospitals to manage psychiatric consultations.
• Document assessments and suicide risk evaluations in AVATAR system.
• Provide guidance to community agencies and hospitals on crisis management.

Skills

Crisis/emergency screening experience

BLS certification

Valid NJ driver's license

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Enrolled in Master's program with 2 years of psychiatric experience

DMHS certification eligibility

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health in New Jersey is seeking a Mental Health Screener to conduct rapid assessments and crisis interventions for patients in psychiatric emergencies. The role emphasizes teamwork, empathy, and safe disposition decisions.

The position supports emergency screening teams across PES, NPC, or WSC with night shifts (11pm–7:30am), 24 hours per week in a 3-day pattern, requiring licenses and BLS, and DMHS eligibility.