Mental Health Worker

147807 Mental Health Worker Req #: 0000245255 Category: Behavioral and Mental Health Status: Full-Time Shift: Evening Facility: Jersey City Medical Center Department: Mental Health Unit-Open Unit Pay Range: $22.77 - $28.07 per hour Location: 355 Grand Street, Jersey CIty, NJ 07302 Job Title: Mental Health Worker Location: Jersey City Medical Center Department Name: Mental Health Unit-Open Unit Req #: 0000245255 Status: Hourly Shift: Evening Pay Range: $22.77 - $28.07 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. Mental Health Worker/Mental Health Associate Job Description The Mental Health Worker, Inpatient BH, provides care to patients and maintains a safe environment under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse, Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Group and individual patient supervision, facilitation of educational group activities, assisting with ADL's i, e, , Feeding, bathing, toileting, ambulating, etc, & taking and recording vital signs, All methods of practice shall conform to written hospital policies and procedures and be carried out to the highest level of competence in a manner demonstrating concern and consideration, The Mental Health Worker/Inpatient BH will demonstrate the Barnabas Health philosophy of Total Quality Management by actively applying that philosophy in all dealing with both internal and external customers, Additional Requirements - Baccalaureate Degree in Psychology, Social Work or Health Related Field - BLS Certification, EKG & Phlebotomy validation by the end of Orientation, will be trained, - Minimum one year experience, training or education in the field of treatment preferred - Must possess excellent communication, time management and interpersonal skills - Experience as a Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician, EMT, Medical Assistant, Phlebotomist, EKG Tech or equivalent; or in a patient care setting is helpful - Must be able to work every other weekend 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! RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer