Trauma‑Informed Adolescent Inpatient Residential Specialist

RWJBarnabas Health; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 35,817 - 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Wellness Programs

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is looking for a Residential Specialist in Elizabeth, NJ. This role involves supporting a specialized psychiatric unit for youth, providing crisis management and facilitating daily operations.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and experience in crisis interventions. A driver's license is also essential. Comprehensive benefits are offered including paid time off, medical insurance, and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, ideally in Psychology or Social Work.
• Experience with crisis management and de‑escalation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of the adolescent inpatient unit.
• Implement medical plans and oversee medication delivery.
• Lead daily community meetings and coordinate shift tasks.

Skills

Crisis management

Behavioral de‑escalation

Assessment of safety issues

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice or related field

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is looking for a Residential Specialist in Elizabeth, NJ. This role involves supporting a specialized psychiatric unit for youth, providing crisis management and facilitating daily operations.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and experience in crisis interventions. A driver's license is also essential. Comprehensive benefits are offered including paid time off, medical insurance, and wellness programs.