Mental Health Associate (MHA) Days TU5 Dual Diagnosis

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

HealthStream online learning catalogue

Competitive Compensation

Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans

401(K) with company match

SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

Job summary

Universal Hospital Services Inc. is hiring a Mental Health Associate (MHA) at Summit Oaks Hospital, a renowned behavioral health facility in New Jersey. The MHA role involves providing patient supervision and care, engaging with patients across various age groups, and conducting educational activities. Ideal candidates have a B.S. in a health-related field with psychiatric experience. The position offers competitive compensation, generous paid time off, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision plans, and a 401(K) match.

Qualifications

• 1 year of psychiatric experience in an inpatient setting or 2 years in any psychiatric setting.
• Must maintain CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Experience with adults, adolescents, and dual populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous patient care, supervision, and monitoring.
• Conduct educational groups and respond to codes.
• Take vital signs and assist in role modeling.

Skills

Psychiatric experience

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Verbal de-escalation

Education

B.S. in health related field

Participation in continuing education related to mental health

Job description

Responsibilities

Summit Oaks Hospital, a 126 bed, private acute care hospital and chemical dependency treatment center, located in a picturesque suburban setting, fully accredited (by the Joint Commission), has been providing quality health care to adult, child and adolescent northeastern USA residents, since 1902. Summit Oaks has repeatedly been recognized in U.S. News & World Report, as one of the nation's best behavioral health hospitals.

Much more online at: https://summitoakshospital.com/

Mental Health Associate (MHA) position presents an ideal opportunity for an energetic, motivated individual with prior experience working with patients with behavioral health or addictions diagnosis. The Mental Health Associate functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, role modeling, and monitoring patients ranging in age from preschool through geriatrics, depending on the nursing unit assigned. At present, the nursing units include a 28 bed adult psych unit, a 28 bed adult dual diagnosis, a 22 bed child and adolescent unit, a 24 bed detox unit and a 20 bed rehab unit. Other MHA duties include taking vital signs, conducting educational groups and responding to codes.

This is a full time, day shift position three days a week from 7:00am - 7:00pm with rotating weekends.

Benefits for our Mental Health Associates (MHAs) include:

• Career development opportunities across UHS and its 300+ locations!
• HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

If you would like to learn more about the position before applying, please contact Matthew Selitto, Regional Recruiter at [e-mail].

Qualifications

Mental Health Associate (MHA) Job Requirements:

• B.S. in health related field with one year of psychiatric experience, preferably in an inpatient setting; or two years of experience in a psychiatric setting with evidence of participation in continuing education related to mental health preferred.
• Psychiatric inpatient experience for Adults, Adolescents and Dual populations preferred.
• Must maintain CPR and First Aid, Verbal De-escalation and Handle with Care Certifications which will be provided by the Hospital.

EEO Statement

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We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.