Flexible Per Diem Mental Health Associate | Growth & Impact

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

CEU courses via HealthStream

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, vision plans

401(K) with company match

SoFi student loan refinancing

Job summary

Summit Oaks Hospital is seeking a Mental Health Associate (MHA) to join its treatment team on a per diem basis. The role supports patients across age ranges on multiple units, providing supervision, care, and engagement in educational activities.

The MHA will perform vital sign checks, participate in group activities, and respond to codes as needed. Prior psychiatric experience is preferred, with certifications maintained by the hospital.

Qualifications

• B.S. in health related field with one year psychiatric experience, or two years in psychiatric setting with continuing education in mental health preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required; Verbal De-escalation and Handle with Care certifications will be provided by the hospital.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous patient care and supervision as part of the treatment team.
• Interact with patients and model appropriate behaviors across ages from preschool to geriatrics.
• Take vital signs, assist with educational groups and respond to codes as needed.

Skills

CPR & First Aid

Verbal de-escalation

Handle with Care

Education

B.S. in health related field

Job description

Summit Oaks Hospital is seeking a Mental Health Associate (MHA) to join its treatment team on a per diem basis. The role supports patients across age ranges on multiple units, providing supervision, care, and engagement in educational activities.

The MHA will perform vital sign checks, participate in group activities, and respond to codes as needed. Prior psychiatric experience is preferred, with certifications maintained by the hospital.