Mental Health Worker, Intermed Child Adolescent Psych

RWJBarnabas Health; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Mental Health Worker for their New Point Campus. The role includes monitoring patient well-being under medical staff direction and providing critical support to individuals with mental or emotional issues. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and BLS certification, with preferred experience in psychiatric settings.

Benefits

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

Discounts Through Partners

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification needed.
• Experience with psychiatric/substance abuse patients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and closely monitor patients' physical and emotional well-being.
• Assist in daily living activities and participate in crisis interventions.
• Document and report patient conditions to nursing staff.

Skills

Basic Life Support

Patient Monitoring

Crisis Intervention

Therapeutic Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Title: Mental Health Worker

Location: New Point Campus

Department Name: Intermed Child Adol Psy

Req #: 0000203814

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Salary Range: $20.97 - $26.50, Hourly

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly range for this position if hired to work.

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:

Mental Health Workers provide care to individuals with mental or emotional conditions or disabilities under the direction of nurses and physicians.Mental Health Workersclosely monitor patients' physical and emotional well-being and report to medical staff.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree
• Basic Life Support(BLS) through the American Heart Association

Preferred:

• Previousexperienceworkingwithpsychiatricand/orsubstanceabusepatients
• Previousexperienceinpsychologyorsociology

Scheduling Requirements:

• Shift working, 3-11pm
• Also rotate every other weekend
• Full-time (FT)

Essential Functions:

• Monitorsvital signs such as heart rate and blood pressure
• PerformsEKGs
• Draws labs and collect specimens from patients
• Activities of daily living such as: eating, dressing, and bathing
• Provides therapeutic groups and recreational activities to patients
• Assists in non-violent crisis intervention
• Attendsandparticipatesinunit meetingsbyofferingsuggestions,ideas, andcommentsconcerningunitand teamefforts
• Maintainsacleanandcomfortable environmentforthepatientaccordingto establishedpolicyandprocedure
• Participatesinroomand/orbody searchesofpatientsaccordingtopolicy andprocedureasassignedbythe professionalnurse
• Assistsinmaintainingunitpolicies andprocedures,procuresandmaintains parlevelsofsuppliesandlinensstock. Cleansdischargeunitswhen housekeepingisunavailable
• Recordspertinentdataaccordingto standards
• Documentspertinentpatient informationdailyandas neededinthemedicalrecord
• Immediatelyreportspatientchanges inconditiontothenurseincharge
• Preceptsnewemployeesand students,asrequested
• Assistsinorientingnewstaff members
• Participatesinthe admission/transferprocessbyorienting patientstotheHospitalandnursingunit, andbycarryingoutthe admission/transferprocessas delineatedintheunitproceduremanual
• Contributestotheformationofand carryingoutoftreatmentplans elaboratedbythestaffofthepsychiatric team
• Providesstandardnursingcareas delegatedbytheregisterednurse, physicalcare,escortingpatients, participatinginpatient-relatedactivities maintainingtherapeuticcommunication withpatients,collection of specimens, etc.
• Participatesinpatient/staff meetings, and groupandcommunity meetingsasrequired
• Contributestotheupdatingof patientcareplans
• Plansandparticipatesin recreationalactivitiesforthepatient
• Supervisespatientinteractionwith familymembers,especiallyduring visitation, andprovidessupportive intervention,asrequired
• Perform venipuncture and draw blood specimens. Collect specimens (blood, urine, sputum, stool) and ensure that appropriate labeling associated with each specimen is correct and complete
• Recognizesabnormalvitalsignsdata andverballyreportssamedirectlytothe RNcaringforthepatients

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• 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—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.