Mental Health Screener - PT, Evening - Lakewood, NJ

RWJBarnabas Health; Lakewood Township (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare seeks a dedicated Mental Health Screener for part-time evening shifts. In this role, you'll provide essential care in acute settings, ensuring patient safety and individualized care plans. Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, you'll engage in assessments, document clinical information, and communicate effectively with team members. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact on patient outcomes while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and tuition reimbursement. Join a team that prioritizes high-quality, patient-centered care and fosters a positive work environment.

Benefits

PTO

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits

Discounts with partners

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in a psychiatric setting, including 1 in a crisis setting.
• Valid NJ driver’s license and BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough ongoing assessments per departmental guidelines.
• Provide timely patient care and evaluate intervention effects.
• Document thoroughly, including off-site screening requests.

Skills

Psychiatric Care

Crisis Intervention

Patient Assessment

Communication Skills

Education

BA/BS in related field

Master's program enrollment

Tools

BLS Certification

Temporary Screening Certification

Job description

Mental Health Screener - PT, Evening - Lakewood, NJ
Req #: 0000183058

Category: Behavioral and Mental Health

Status: Part-Time

Shift: Evening

Facility: Monmouth Medical Center - Southern Campus

Department: Emergency Screening

Location: MMC Southern Campus, 600 River Road, Lakewood, NJ 08701

Job Overview:

The Mental Health Screener provides care in the acute care setting within the scope of practice defined by the Screening Law and other regulatory standards. They ensure safety by maintaining awareness of their knowledge and experience levels, and they are responsible for advancing their knowledge through communication with resource persons and programs. The individualizes the care plan to meet the specific needs of each patient and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to deliver optimal patient service. They supervise and delegate tasks to support personnel and prioritize effectively.

Qualifications:

Required:

• BA/BS degree in a related field, with 3 years of experience in a psychiatric setting, including 1 in a crisis setting.
• Or enrolled in a Master’s program with 2 years of psychiatric experience, including 1 in a crisis setting.
• Valid NJ driver’s license.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association.

Preferred:

• Eligibility to obtain a Temporary Screening Certification Number upon hire and a permanent number within 1 year.

Certifications and Licenses:

• Valid NJ Driver's License
• BLS Certification
• Eligibility to obtain permanent Screening Certification within 1 year of hire.

Scheduling:

• 24 hours/week
• Part-Time

Essential Functions:

• Answer phones professionally and promptly, including hotline and business lines.
• Communicate clinical information effectively with psychiatrists and team members.
• Conduct thorough ongoing assessments per departmental guidelines.
• Provide timely patient care and evaluate intervention effects.
• Document thoroughly, including off-site screening requests and discharge education.
• Provide appropriate hotline information, referrals, and interventions.
• Determine the most suitable services/dispositions based on clinical needs, considering least restrictive options.
• Accurately describe patients' mental illnesses according to Screening Law and guidelines.

Benefits and Perks:

Our comprehensive benefits package includes PTO, health insurance, retirement plans, disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, flexible spending accounts, wellness programs, voluntary benefits, and discounts with partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more.

Why Choose RWJBarnabas Health?

We are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care and fostering a positive work environment. As New Jersey’s leading academic health system, we innovate in care, education, and research to improve community health and create educational and career opportunities across the state.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.