Mental Health Worker, Involuntary Psych Child

3 weeks ago


Elizabeth, United States RWJ Barnabas Full time

Job 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
* Per Diem

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.

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


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