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Mental Health Worker

Newark Beth Israel
NEWARK, NJ, US
Full-time

Job Title : Mental Health Worker

Location : Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

Req# : 0000152159

Status : Full-Time

Shift : Evening

Department name : CCIS

Job Overview :

The MHA will assist in carrying out the behavioral plan of care such as diversional activities while keeping the patient's safety at the forefront.

Qualifications : Required :

Required :

BA Degree in a psychology or related field or a minimum of 5 years of recent behavioral health experience is required

Preferred :

A minimum of one year of experience, training, or education in the field of treatment is preferred

Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable) :

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions) :

  • Evenings
  • Full-Time

Essential Functions :

  • In this role, you will work under the direction of the RN to provide care for the patients on the unit
  • Some of the responsibilities include, but are not limited to; taking vital signs, EKG, assisting or providing patients with bedside care, i, e,
  • Bathing, mouth care, and skin care
  • In addition to CCT responsibilities, the Mental Health Associate MHA will provide emotional support to the behavioral patients

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

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