Mental Health Associate: Patient Care & Therapy Support

Hudson Regional Hospital; Bayonne (NJ); On-site; USD 25,347 - 36,327; Full time

Job summary

Hudson Regional Health in Bayonne, NJ seeks a Mental Health Associate for the psychiatric unit. This full-time role observes and assists patients, helps with daily living activities, and participates in group therapy and staff meetings.

Education requirements include a High School Diploma; an Associate's degree is preferred. Candidates should have 1–3 years of relevant experience, with strong communication and the ability to handle a stressful environment.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma required; Associate's degree preferred.
• Experience: 1–3 years in a related setting.
• Good oral and written communication; ability to follow up on information with staff.
• Ability to organize workday and environment to get the job done.
• Excellent public contact skills - courteous, tactful, friendly, and the ability to work well with others.
• Ability to handle multiple requests and work in a stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Observes and assists assigned mental health patients and helps with daily living activities, therapeutic activities, and socialization.
• Responsible for the overall maintenance of a therapeutic environment in the psychiatric unit and to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Attends and participates in group therapy, in-service education, and staff meetings.
• Performs and records information about patients including vital signs, weight, glucose monitoring, and demeanor.
• May communicate with the patient's family as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Public contact

Stress management

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's degree preferred

Job description

Hudson Regional Health in Bayonne, NJ seeks a Mental Health Associate for the psychiatric unit. This full-time role observes and assists patients, helps with daily living activities, and participates in group therapy and staff meetings.

Education requirements include a High School Diploma; an Associate's degree is preferred. Candidates should have 1–3 years of relevant experience, with strong communication and the ability to handle a stressful environment.