Mental Health Associate ED Screening (Per Diem Night), Long Branch, NJReq #:0000172884

Category:Behavioral and Mental Health

Status:Per Diem

Shift:Night

Facility:Monmouth Medical Center

Department:Psych Screening

Location:

Monmouth Medical Center, 300 Second Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740

Job Overview:

The Mental Health Associate functions as a care partner with the Registered Nurse to provide nursing care to a diagnostically/developmentally specific patient population; under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, the MHA provides therapeutic interventions and treatments. Also, responsible for unit support activities and clerical/administrative functions as directed. Is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors, etc

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in psychology related field OR 5 years of related experience in a psychiatric services setting

• BLS Certification through the American Heart Association

• Valid NJ Driver's license

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full-Time

• Evening Shift

• 36 hours per week

Essential Functions:

• RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer