Mental Health Associate

RWJBarnabas Health; Lakewood Township (NJ); On-site; USD 28,981 - 41,276; Part time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Mental Health Associate for MMC Southern Campus. This role involves partnering with Registered Nurses to provide care to specific patient populations. Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in psychology or 5 years of experience in psychiatric services, BLS Certification, and a valid NJ Driver's license. The position offers hourly pay, with scheduling including day shifts and weekend requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology-related field or 5 years of related experience.
• BLS Certification from the American Heart Association is required.
• Must possess a valid NJ Driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care under supervision of Registered Nurse.
• Conduct therapeutic interventions and treatments.
• Report identified safety issues and medical errors.

Skills

Therapeutic interventions

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology-related field

5 years of related experience in psychiatric services setting

Tools

BLS Certification through the American Heart Association

Valid NJ Driver's license

Job description

Job Title: Mental Health Associate

Location: MMC Southern Campus

Department Name: Emergency Screening

Req #: 0000224472

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $25.50 - $25.50 per hour

Pay Transparency

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview

The Mental Health Associate functions as a care partner with the Registered Nurse to provide nursing care to a diagnostically/developmentally specific patient population, under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. The MHA provides therapeutic interventions and treatments. Also, responsible for unit support activities and clerical/administrative functions as directed. Is also responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors, etc.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology-related field OR 5 years of related experience in a psychiatric services setting
• BLS Certification through the American Heart Association
• Valid NJ Driver's license

Scheduling Requirements

• Day Shift (12 hour shifts)
• Per Diem scheduling
• 2 weekend days per month
• Holiday requirements

Essential Functions

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer