Mental Health Specialist IV - Per Diem

Rutgers University • Piscataway, NJ

63d • $15 - $150 • Onsite

About The Position

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a per diem Mental Health Specialist IV for the Acute Psychiatric Services (APS) - Piscataway within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.

The primary purpose of the per diem Mental Health Specialist IV is to provide services which support the delivery of clinical services in the Unit.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a one (1) year training program as a Mental Health Specialist Trainee or one (1) year of similar full-time experience in the mental health field.
• An Associate Degree, preferably in a related field, including 12 credits in human services, such as psychology or its equivalent, may be substituted for the minimum requirements of this position.
• Must possess adequate written and verbal skills to perform the job duties.
• Ability to document in an electronic medical record and in Microsoft Word.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to enter information into a database and to use the Rutgers UBHC registration software to enter needed information with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Provides telephone coverage for the unit.
• Assists screening staff in greeting consumers when they arrive onsite five (5) minutes after arrival and escorts them back to the unit.
• Assists Public Safety in their search for consumers and belongings when they are admitted to the Extended Care Evaluation Bed (ECEB) area.
• Assists in the provision of direct care for individuals in the ECEB.
• Maintains appropriate client records in a timely manner as mandated by Center policy.
• Assists in managing the transfer of consumers into and out of the Unit.
• Assists consumers and/or families in the completion of registration paperwork as required.
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all consumers, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees