Mental Health Associate

at  RWJBarnabas Health

Req #: 0000149808
Category: Behavioral and Mental Health
Status: Per Diem
Shift: Night
Facility: Clara Maass Medical Center
Department: Emergency Screening

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent. At least one year of patient care experience. Maintains successful completion of all Orientation Programs to include BEST Training.
• Can work in a well-lighted office area. Participate in crisis de-escalation and restraint. Hazards include risk of exposure to communicable disease, risk of physical injury, operation of equipment, and hazardous chemicals.

Preferred:

SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS (NON-EXEMPT POSITIONS):

• Varies
• Nights
• Per Diem

• Possesses the ability to collect, assess, or retrieve data reflective of the patient s status relative to his/her age.
• Interprets and evaluates the appropriate information needed to identify each patient s needs and requirements relative to patient outcomes.
• The PEDT provides care under the direction of the Registered Nurse utilizing the skills and techniques established within job requirements.