Mental Health Associate

Saint Clare's Health; Boonton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Job summary

Saint Clare's Health is seeking a Mental Health Associate to support clients in outpatient services, assist with scheduling, and connect individuals to community resources. The role includes education on supports and potential therapeutic interventions such as group or individual counseling.

The MHA will help clients solve problems, learn coping skills, and monitor progress while maintaining documentation and participating in treatment planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Health Science or related field is required.
• 1–2 years of mental health experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of medical terminology preferred.
• BVP within 6 months of hire.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist outpatient services in adherence to treatment and follow‑up appointments.
• Schedule appointments and coordinate with community providers.
• Provide education about community supports and linkage to services.
• Participate in group therapy, counseling, or crisis intervention as needed.
• Help clients learn coping skills and address relationship conflicts.
• Support problem‑solving and identify barriers affecting progress.
• Provide supportive counseling sessions individually or in groups.
• Monitor progress and document in required systems; participate in treatment planning.

Skills

Mental health experience

Medical terminology

Driver's license

BVP within 6 months

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioral Health Science or related health field

Job description

Overview

At Saint Clare's Health, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, Saint Clare's Health is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team!

Saint Clare's Health includes CMS 5-Star Rated hospitals and is an award-winning provider of safe, high quality, compassionate care, serving the communities of Morris, Warren and Sussex counties. Its network of hospitals and healthcare facilities include Denville Hospital, Dover Hospital, Behavioral Health Centers in Boonton, Denville, and Parsippany, and an Imaging Center in Parsippany, among other satellite locations. The hospitals have received multiple quality awards including Leapfrog “A” ratings for patient safety; Healthgrades recognition for orthopedic surgery, treatment of stroke, heart care, various surgical procedures, and more. For information, visit www.saintclares.com .

Responsibilities

Under the direction of supervising staff, the Mental Health Associate (MHA) will assist persons receiving outpatient services in adhering to treatment, maintaining follow‑up appointments, scheduling, and keeping appointments with other community providers. MHA will provide education regarding community supports and participate in referral/linkage of individuals to appropriate community supports and services when indicated. MHA may provide therapeutic interventions with clients, such as group therapy, one‑on‑one counseling, or crisis intervention. MHA utilizes education to assist clients to learn new coping skills, identify issues that cause conflict in relationships and develop strategies for resolving conflicts. MHA will assist individuals with problem‑solving and identifying potential barriers that may impact progress towards recovery. MHA may provide supportive counseling sessions and/or educational/skill‑based sessions to clients individually or in a group format. Provides emotional support to clients during difficult times by listening to their concerns, empathizing with their feelings, and helping them find solutions to their problems. Monitors client’s progress throughout treatment to ensure that they are compliant with their plans and provides pertinent team meeting information. MHA participates in treatment planning and review, tracking data, and completing all required documentation within expected guidelines. MHA may perform duties in the community, including in an individual’s home, as needed per specific program expectations and standards. Performs all duties within the guidelines of licensing and regulatory agencies, accrediting agencies, and hospital standards and protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioral Health Science or related health field from an accredited institution required.
• 1-2 years prior mental health experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of medical terminology preferred.
• BVP within 6 months of hire.
• Program specific:
• Valid Driver’s license

Pay Transparency

Saint Clare's Health offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $20.00/Hr. to $27.00/Hr. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf