Mental Health Worker, Involuntary Psych Child & Adolescent

Mental Health Worker, Involuntary Psych Child & AdolescentReq #:0000172588Category:Behavioral and Mental HealthStatus:Full-TimeShift:NightFacility:Trinitas Regional Medical CenterDepartment:Involuntary Psych Child & AdolescentLocation:New Point Campus, 655 E. Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206Job Overview: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.Qualifications:Required:

HS Diploma or GED

BLS (American Heart Association)

Preferred:

Previous experience working with psychiatric and/or substance abuse patients

Previous experience in psychology or sociology

Scheduling Requirements:

Shift working, 11pm-7am

FT

Essential Functions:

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 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.RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer