Mental Health Support Specialist

1 week ago

Braintree, Massachusetts, United States RWJBarnabas Health Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Mental Health Technician to join our team at RWJBarnabas Health. As a key member of our multidisciplinary patient care team, you will provide essential support to patients who require special precautions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide direct care to patients with diverse psychiatric illnesses under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
  • Remain alert and observant to prevent injury or escape, and engage in therapeutic communication and activities to distract, occupy, and develop therapeutic rapport.
  • Comply with hospital policies on confidentiality, infection control, and compassionate care.
  • Manage aggressive, violent, and confused behavior, and report identified safety issues such as hazardous environments.
  • Accompany patients during transportation to departments for testing or procedures, and maintain a safe and clean environment.
  • Provide companionship and conversation with patients, and stimulate activities for patients to participate in.
  • Monitor patient activity at all times, and report vital signs out of normal range to the Registered Nurse.
  • Perform laboratory procedures as directed by the RN, and assist patients with hygiene and AOL activities.
  • Recognize emergent or potential emergent situations and respond appropriately.
Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalency required.
  • One (1) year of Nurse Aide/Assistant/CHHA/Emergency Medical Technician, or satisfactory completion of an Aide training program.
  • 3-5 years of related experience in a psychiatric or geriatric-psychiatric service setting required.
  • Preferably at least one (1) year experience as a phlebotomist and/or EKG technician with health care background.
  • Must successfully complete MMC clinical training orientation.
  • Annual BEST certification.
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

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