Mental Health Worker - Jersey City, NJ

Only for registered members Jersey City, NJ, United States

18 hours ago

Req #: · Category: · Behavioral and Mental Health · Status: · Part-Time · Shift: · Night · Facility: · Jersey City Medical Center · Department: · Mental Health Unit-Open Unit · Pay Range: · $ $27.46 per hour · Location: · 355 Grand Street, Jersey CIty, NJ 07302 · Job Title: Menta ...

Job description

Req #:

Category:
Behavioral and Mental Health

Status:
Part-Time

Shift:
Night

Facility:
Jersey City Medical Center

Department:
Mental Health Unit-Open Unit

Pay Range:
$ $27.46 per hour

Location:
355 Grand Street, Jersey CIty, NJ 07302

Job Title: Mental Health Worker

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Mental Health Unit-Open Unit

Req #:

Status: Hourly

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $ $27.46 per hour

Pay Transparency
The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

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
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

11:00 pm – 7:00 am
Alternating Weekends and Holidays
20 hours/week
Part Time

Essential Functions

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 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
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.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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