Mental Health Associate

Job Title: Mental Health Associate

Location: MMC Southern Campus

Department Name: Emergency Screening

Req #: 0000227227

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $21.46 – $26.89 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 Associate position provides care to the patients and maintains a safe environment under the direct supervision of the registered nurse. All methods of practice shall conform to written hospital policies and procedures and be carried out to the highest achievable level of competence in a manner demonstrating concern and consideration,

Qualifications:

• Baccalaureate degree in a related field
• or a minimum of 5 years behavioral health experience required;
• Minimum 1 year experience, training, or education in the field of treatment preferred
• BLS through the American Heart Association
• Successful completion of all orientation programs; and must possess excellent communication, time management, and interpersonal skills.

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full-Time
• Night Shift (36 hours per week)
• Weekend/holiday requirements

Essential Functions:

• Assists with ambulation techniques, assistive devices, and patient positioning,
• Assists with the nutritional needs of patients; collects specimens; and takes and records vital signs,
• Completes personal hygiene for assigned patients,
• Formulates positive and supportive therapeutic relationships with the patients and staff,
• Functions as a member of a multidisciplinary staff to maintain a positive and supportive atmosphere on the unit and notifies professional nurses of any information regarding the patient’s physical and emotional condition.
• Interacts with the patients on the unit to promote the safety and security of all patients and staff and reports to the professional nurse any condition on the unit that jeopardizes safety and security,
• Maintains accurate and thorough documentation as required,
• Maintains confidentiality of clinical information,
• Maintains the rules and regulations of the unit and notifies professional nurses of situations that require immediate attention,
• Provides limit setting in a manner which is the least restrictive, respects the patient’s rights and assures safety,
• Report patient complaints, problems and any untoward signs, symptoms, or unusual occurrences immediately to the appropriate Registered Nurse,
• Responds appropriately to emergency situations,
• Shows sound and mature judgment in maintaining the safety and security of the patients and staff,
• Transports patients to ancillary departments and emergency room,
• Understands information pertinent to assigned patients,
• Performs all other duties as assigned,
• Adheres to patient rights: provides for the confidential treatment of all communications and records,
• Demonstrates professionalism with families, visitors, physicians, co-workers and supervisors,
• Supports teamwork by cooperative problem-solving through participation in meetings, projects, etc,
• Utilizes principles of continuous quality improvement in all work situations to assess, measure and improve organizational and department functions
• Organized work, sets priorities with a minimum of supervision and seeks guidance as appropriate.
• Makes decisions that are timely and consistent with the department’s objectives, policies and procedures,
• Demonstrates sound judgment; accepts and benefits from constructive criticism
• Participates in ongoing education as required

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