Mental Health Worker (Per Diem, Varied shift)

Hudson Regional Hospital • Hoboken, NJ

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Observes and assists assigned mental health patients and helps with daily living activities, therapeutic activities, and socialization. Responsible for the overall maintenance of a therapeutic environment in the psychiatric unit and to ensure the safety of patients and staff. Attends and participates in group therapy, in-service education, and staff meetings. Performs and records information about patients including vital signs, weight, glucose monitoring, and demeanor. May communicate with the patient's family as needed.

Requirements

• BA/BS in Psychology, Social Work or related field
• At least 2-4 years related experience
• Good oral and written communication skills; ability to follow up on information with staff members.
• Ability to organize workday and environment to get the job done.
• Excellent public contact skills - courteous, tactful, friendly, and the ability to work well with others.
• Ability to handle multiple requests and work in a stressful environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention & prevention techniques.
• Ability to organize, prioritize & manage multiple projects and follow through to ensure tasks are complete.

Nice To Haves

• AHA: BLS preferred

Responsibilities

• Observes and assists assigned mental health patients and helps with daily living activities, therapeutic activities, and socialization.
• Responsible for the overall maintenance of a therapeutic environment in the psychiatric unit and to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Attends and participates in group therapy, in-service education, and staff meetings.
• Performs and records information about patients including vital signs, weight, glucose monitoring, and demeanor.
• May communicate with the patient's family as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level