Job Information
RWJBarnabas Health Mental Health Worker, Per Diem in Jersey CIty, New Jersey
Mental Health Worker, Per DiemReq #:0000172734
Category:Behavioral and Mental Health
Status:Per Diem
Shift:Evening
Facility:Jersey City Medical Center
Department:Psy Residential Svc
Location:
Jersey City Medical Center, 355 Grand Street, Jersey CIty, NJ 07302
Job Overview:
The Mental Health Worker will work with adult consumers residing in a 15 bed community based residence who are diagnosed with a Severe and Persistent Mental Illness. The candidate will support consumers in their wellness and recovery towards independent living.
Qualifications:
Required:
Bachelors Degree in mental health field
Valid NJ Driver's License required with no restrictions
Preferred:
CPR/First/AED preferred, will be provided if certificate is not active.
Bilingual skills appreciated
Scheduling Requirements:
Flex Schedule
Coverage for evening / overnight availability
Minimum 24 hours per month - one must be a weekend shift
2 holidays per year
Essential Functions:
Support provided includes case management, medication supervision, skills building, community integration, identifying a crisis, and applying appropriate interventions - in-depth training provided on site
Mental Health Workers will support other team members in providing a clean and therapeutic environment.
Pay Range:
$ 25.71 Hourly Rate
Let us shape the future of healthcare, together. Our competitive base rates offered will be dependent upon your relevant experience, education, and skills. In addition to base salary, we offer excellent benefits creating a competitive total rewards package to include health and welfare benefits, tuition reimbursement, retirement benefits, employee assistance programs and many opportunities for professional and personal growth.
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