The Mental Health Screener provides care in the acute care setting within the scope of practice defined by the Screening Law and other regulatory standards. Assures safety in practice by maintaining a realization of their own individual level of knowledge and experience and assumes responsibility for advancing knowledge by communicating with and utilizing resource persons/programs available. The Mental Health Screener individualizes the plan of care to address a specific patient’s needs. Works in harmony with other staff members of an interdisciplinary team, assisting the Patient Care Manager and others as needed, to achieve the best service possible to patients. Responsible for supervising and directing the delegation of tasks to appropriate support personnel and for consistently setting and evaluating priorities.

Qualifications:

Required:

• BA/BS degree in a related field, plus 3 years of prior experience in a psychiatric cetting, 1 of which is in a crisis setting.
• Or enrolled in a Master's program with 2 years of prior experience in a psychiatric setting, 1 of which is a crisis setting
• Must possess and maintain a valid NJ state driver's license
• BLS through American Heart Association

Preferred:

• Eligible to obtain their Temporary Screening Certification Number upon hire and obtain their permanent number within 1 year

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Valid NJ State Driver's License
• BLS Certification
• Must be eligible to obtain their permanent Screening Certification Number within 1 year of hire.

Scheduling Requirements:

• 40 hours/week
• Full-Time

Essential Functions:

• Answers phones, i.e., hotline, business line, in a professional and timely manner
• Demonstrates ability to communicate clinical information effectively with the Screening psychiatrist / Child psychiatrist
• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively with other members of the health care team (internal and external)
• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively with the Screening RN in Charge of Shift as pertains to the patient’s treatment plan and disposition
• Demonstrates ability to conduct a thorough ongoing assessment according to departmental guidelines
• Demonstrates ability to effectively provide patient care in a timely manner
• Evaluates effects of interventions throughout the patients stay and updates the plan of care as per hospital policy.
• Documentation indicates thorough completion of request for off-site Screening evaluation
• Documentation indicates that patient/family were provided with information based on Discharge Plan/Teaching Checklist
• Provides hotline information/referral/interventions that conforms to Screening guidelines
• Screening Assessment indicates determination of most appropriate services/ disposition according to patient’s clinical needs (consideration of least restrictive alternatives)
• Screening Document reflects clear description of patient’s mental illness as per Screening Law and guidelines from DMHS Certification training

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support 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.