Job Information
RWJBarnabas Health Mental Health Associate in BELLEVILLE, New Jersey
Mental Health AssociateReq #:0000144352
Category:Behavioral and Mental Health
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:Clara Maass Medical Center
Department:Behavioral Health
Location:
Clara Maass Medical Center, 1 CLARA MAASS DRIVE, BELLEVILLE, NJ 07109
Job Title: Mental Health Associate
Location: Clara Maass Medical Center
Req#: 0000145406
Status: Active-Posted
Shift: Nights
Department name: Emergency Screening
Job Overview:
The Mental Health Associate will be responsible for the facilitation of activity groups in an inpatient program.
Qualifications:
Required:
Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Sociology, or related field preferred or a Bachelor's degree with one year of relevant work experience interacting with patients and the community
Current BLS certification or successful completion of required training to attain certification within three months of the start date.
Preferred:
Certifications and Licenses required (if applicable):
- Current BLS certification or successful completion of required training to attain certification within three months of the start date.
Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):
Shift working, 9:00 5:00 each day
Days to work
FT/PD
Essential Functions:
Maintains unit safely and facilitates daily activity of the patients
Assists patients in activities of daily living
Conduct rounds
Records accurate and timely clinical documentation
Assists in code responses as per policy and by training
Assists in securing patients' belongings
RWJBarnabas Health is committed to our communities and the members we serve,
RWJBH understands that to create strong, healthy, and sustainable communities, we have to re-engineer and transform current systems.
Providing educational support and resources contributes to our overall social impact mission and community investment efforts.
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer