Elizabeth, NJ, USA
12 days ago
Mental Health Worker, New Day Residential Program
Mental Health Worker, New Day Residential Program Req #: 0000206081
Category: Behavioral and Mental Health
Status: Per Diem
Shift: Day
Facility: Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Department: New Day Residential
Location: NPC Plaza Building, 654 E. Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206

Job Title: Mental Health Worker

Location: NPC PLAZA BLDG

Department Name: New Day Residential

Req #: 0000206081

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $24.64 - $24.64 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

New Day Residential is a 5-bed psychiatric facility serving adolescent females who are residents of NJ between the ages of 15 and 21. Services are voluntary.

The program model is designed to respond to the needs of significantly traumatized youth who have severe behavioral and emotional disturbances. Youths admitted into the program demonstrate an array of behaviors that include, but are not limited to, impulse control, anger outbursts, assaultive behaviors, self-harming acts, and oppositional behaviors.

An array of specialized treatment are incorporated into the trauma-focused model, including Sexually Reactive Behavior and/or Fire-Setting Specific Treatment. Comprehensive family treatment is done when applicable, which may include psycho-educational, group, and clinical family sessions.

Qualifications:

Required:

High School Diploma or GED requiredAt least three years of work experience working with children and adolescentsExperience in crisis managementUnencumbered current driver's license Clean drivers license record as determined by the employer and is also validated by the NJMVA

Preferred:

B.A. Degree

Scheduling Requirements:

Shift working, varies 7-3pm/3-11pm/11-7amPer Diem (PD)

Essential Functions:

Supervise residents throughout the shiftParticipate in and lead program activities at the direction/discretion of managementDocument the daily log book on pertinent resident informationProvide psycho-educational groups, as directed by management

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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