Mental Health Worker, Involuntary Psych Child & Adolescent

RWJBarnabas Health • Elizabeth, NJ

51d • $21 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Worker provides care to individuals with mental or emotional conditions or disabilities under the direction of nurses and physicians. The Mental Health Worker closely monitors patients' physical and emotional well-being and report to medical staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, or AIMS MHA Certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with psychiatric and/or substance abuse patients
• Previous experience in psychology or sociology

Responsibilities

• Monitoring vital signs such as heart rate and blood pressure
• Perform EKGs
• Draw labs and collect specimens from patients
• Assist patients in their daily activities such as: eating, dressing, and bathing
• Provide therapeutic groups and recreational activities to patients
• Assist in non-violent crisis intervention
• Assists in orienting new staff members
• Participates in patient/staff meetings, and group and community meetings

Benefits

• 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!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees