Mental Health AssociateReq #:0000181545Category:Behavioral and Mental HealthStatus:Full-TimeShift:DayFacility:Jersey City Medical CenterDepartment:DMHAD Peer Support GrantLocation:Jersey City Medical Center, 355 Grand Street, Jersey CIty, NJ 07302Job Overview:Functions as a care partner with the Registered Nurse and Screeners to provide behavioral health care to a diagnostically/developmentally specific patient population; under supervision of the Registered Nurse and Screeners, the MHA provides therapeutic interventions and treatments. Also responsible for unit support activities and clerical/administrative functions as directed.Qualifications:Required:
BA/BS degree in the helping profession
Minimum of 2 years experience POST bachelor degree working full time in the behavioral health field
Must successfully complete clinical training orientation.
Annual BEST and BLS certifications.
Must possess and maintain a valid N.J. Driver s License.
Scheduling Requirements:
8:00 am 4:00 pm
Alternating Weekends and Holidays
Full Time
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!
Pay Range:$20.92 minimum to $26.63 maximum Hourly RateLet us shape the future of healthcare, together. Our competitive base rates offered will be dependent upon your relevant experience, education, and skills. In addition to base salary, we offer excellent benefits creating a competitive total rewards package to include health and welfare benefits, tuition reimbursement, retirement benefits, employee assistance programs and many opportunities for professional and personal growth.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
