Mental Health AssociateReq #:0000137732

　　Category:Behavioral and Mental Health

　　Status:Per Diem

　　Shift:Day

　　Facility:Clara Maass Medical Center

　　Department:Mental Health Unit-Open Unit

　　Location:

　　Clara Maass Medical Center, 1 CLARA MAASS DRIVE, BELLEVILLE, NJ 07109

　　Responsibilities:

　　In this role, you will work under the direction of the RN to provide care for the patients on the unit,

　　Some of the responsibilities include, but are not limited to; taking vital signs, EKGS, performing phlebotomy, assisting or providing patients with bedside care, i, e, bathing, mouth care, skin care, conducting Community Meetings, etc,

　　In addition, the Mental Health Associate will provide emotional support to the behavioral patients,

　　The MHA will assist in carrying out the behavioral plan of care such as diversion activities while keeping the patient's safety at the forefront,

　　Qualifications:

　　Baccalaureate degree in a psychology or related field, Minimum one year experience, training, or education in the field of treatment preferred, Maintains Heart Saver CPR Certification course completion status and successful completion of all orientation programs, must possess excellent communication, time management, and interpersonal skills,

　　Previous behavioral health experience preferred,

　　RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer