Inpatient Behavioral Health Associate — Day Shift

RWJBarnabas Health; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Pet Insurance Discounts

Partner Discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Mental Health Worker for Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. This full-time role on the day shift supports the Mental Health Unit in providing compassionate, patient-centered care and activities that promote recovery.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral health field (preferred), BLS certification within three months, and at least one year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Sociology, or a closely related behavioral health field is preferred.
• Experience: One year of prior relevant work experience interacting with patients and the community is required if holding an alternative bachelor's degree.
• Licensure & Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within three months of hire.
• Onboarding Credentials: Successful completion of all mandatory facility and track Orientation Programs upon hire.
• Schedule: Full-time status operating consistently on designated day shifts.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating structured activity groups to promote patient engagement and therapeutic milestone progression.
• Maintaining unit safety by actively conducting regular observation rounds and monitoring the environment.
• Assisting patient populations with essential activities of daily living to support comfort and dignity.
• Recording accurate documentation regarding patient behavior, milestone tracking, and daily activity logs.
• Responding to facility codes calmly and efficiently per policy guidelines and specialized training.
• Securing personal belongings for incoming patients to ensure safety and strict protocol adherence.

Skills

Observation rounds

Documentation

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Sociology, or closely related behavioral health field

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Mental Health Worker for Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. This full-time role on the day shift supports the Mental Health Unit in providing compassionate, patient-centered care and activities that promote recovery.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral health field (preferred), BLS certification within three months, and at least one year of relevant experience.