Mental Health Associate at RWJBarnabas Health – Long Branch, New Jersey

Job Title: Mental Health Associate

Location: Monmouth Medical Center

Department Name: Adult Psych (AP)

Req #: 0000243406

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

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:

Functions as a care partner with the Registered Nurse to provide nursing care to a diagnostically/developmentally specific patient population; under supervision of the Registered Nurse, the MHA provides therapeutic interventions and treatments. Also responsible for unit support activities and clerical/administrative functions as directed.
Is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors, etc.

Qualifications:

Required:

• BA/BS degree or 5+ years of related experience in a psychiatric services setting OR completion of the AIMS Healthcare Training Institute mental health technician course
• Annual BEST and AHA BLS certifications

Scheduling Requirements:

• Shift: Evening
• Full Time

Essential Functions:

• Adapts to varying work conditions according to unit needs.
• Annual BEST and BLS certification.
• Assist with admissions, discharge and/or transfer procedures (ability specific).
• Assist with procedures, examinations and consults etc, under the supervision of the RN.
• Collecting specimens (Urine, blood, throat cultures, etc.).
• Documents accurately, timely and legibly on appropriate forms according to hospital policy and established standards.
• EKG.
• Entering shift data for report.
• Functions as a preceptor to newly hired H. S. W.’s.
• I & O’s, weights, vital signs.
• Incident reports.
• Maintains ongoing observation of patients throughout the shift and reports changes to the licensed staff member responsible.
• Participates in QA/QI activities and all staff meetings, inservices and committees.
• Participates in financial control through appropriate use of supplies and adherence to charging mechanisms.
• Participates in treatment team and related care plan updates.
• Patient intake (demographics and history).
• Performs nursing activities under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Supervising/Assisting with activities of daily living, encouraging appropriate behaviors.
• Utilizes communication and observation to assist the licensed staff in patient data collection.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and 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.