Mental Health Worker Job at 355 Grand Street, Jersey City, NJ

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  • 355 Grand Street
  • Jersey City, NJ

Job Description

Job Title: Mental Health Worker

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Mental Health Unit-Open Unit

Req #: 0000229123

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $22.34 - $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

  • 3:00 pm-11:00pm
  • Alternating Weekends and Holidays
  • 40 hours/week
  • Full 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

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Work experience placement, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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