Mental Health Worker

RWJBarnabas Health; Communipaw (NJ); On-site; USD 30,775 - 37,828; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

Job summary

A leading health care organization in New Jersey is seeking a Mental Health Worker to provide care to patients in a safe environment. This full-time position requires a Baccalaureate Degree in Psychology or a related field. Candidates must have excellent communication and time management skills. The role includes supervision of patients, facilitation of group activities, and assisting with daily living tasks. Offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or Health Related Field.
• BLS Certification, EKG & Phlebotomy validation by the end of Orientation.
• Must possess excellent communication, time management and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Group and individual patient supervision.
• Facilitating educational group activities and assisting with ADLs.
• Taking and recording vital signs.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Time management skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Psychology, Social Work or Health Related Field

Tools

BLS Certification

EKG Validation

Phlebotomy Validation

Job description

vision insurance, paid time off, long term disability, tuition reimbursement

Job Title: Mental Health Worker

Location: Jersey City Medical Center, 355 Grand Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302

Department: Mental Health Unit-Open Unit

Shift: Night (11:00 pm - 7:00 am)

Pay Range: $22.34 - $27.46 per hour

Job Overview

The Mental Health Worker, Inpatient BH, provides care to patients and maintains a safe environment under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse.

Qualifications

Required:

• Baccalaureate Degree in Psychology, Social Work or Health Related Field
• BLS Certification, EKG & Phlebotomy validation by the end of Orientation (will be trained)
• Must possess excellent communication, time management and interpersonal skills

Preferred:

• Minimum one year experience, training or education in the field of treatment preferred
• Experience as a Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician, EMT, Medical Assistant, Phlebotomist, EKG Tech or equivalent; or in a patient care setting is helpful
• Consideration of candidates in 3rd or 4th year of BSN program with successful completion of the psychiatric clinical rotation

Scheduling Requirements

• 40 hours/week
• Full Time
• Alternating Weekends and Holidays

Essential Functions

• Group and individual patient supervision, facilitation of educational group activities, assisting with ADL's (i.e., Feeding, bathing, toileting, ambulating, etc.) & taking and recording vital signs.
• All methods of practice shall conform to written hospital policies and procedures and be carried out to the highest level of competence in a manner demonstrating concern and consideration.
• The Mental Health Worker/Inpatient BH will demonstrate the Barnabas Health philosophy of Total Quality Management by actively applying that philosophy in all dealing with both internal and external customers.

Benefits and Perks

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey‑whe‑whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.