What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Screener position at Barnabas Health?
Job Title: Mental Health Screener
Location: Clara Maass Medical Center
Req#: 0000180084
Status: Part-Time
Shift: Night
Department name: Emergency Screening
Job Overview:
Screening Assessment indicates determination of most appropriate services/ disposition according to patient s clinical needs consideration of least restrictive alternatives.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelors in required field ( Psychology)
- Certified Screener
Preferred:
- 1 to 2 years' experience
Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):
- Certified Screener
Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):
- Part-Time
- Nights
- 25 hour work week
Essential Functions:
- Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports in a timely manner prior to end of shift.
- Provides hotline information/referral/interventions that conforms to Screening guidelines.
- Screening Assessment indicates determination of most appropriate services/ disposition .according to patient s clinical needs consideration of least restrictive alternatives.
- Screening Document contains clear description of dangerousness due to mental illness as per Screening Law and guidelines from DMHS Screener Certification training.
- Screening Document reflects clear description of patient s mental illness as per Screening Law and guidelines from DMHS Certification training.
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports 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!
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Employment Type: Part-Time Shift: Night Hours: 25
