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RWJBarnabas Health

Mental Health Clinician (FT-Day) Somerville NJ

RWJBarnabas Health, Somerville, New Jersey, us, 08876

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Job Title: Mental Health Clinician Location: RWJUH Somerset Department Name: Emergency Screening Req #: 0000228226 Status: Hourly Shift: Day Pay Range: $29.75 - $36.68 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 RWJBarnabas Health is looking to add a qualified Mental Health Clinician in Somerville, NJ. This position provides clinical assessment, crisis intervention, evaluations for hospitalization, and crisis service coordination for children, adolescents and their families residing in Somerset County, within the context of the Childrens Crisis Intervention Services (CCIS) system.

Qualifications Required:

MA/MS degree in social work, psychology or related field

Two years of prior experience/training working with children, adolescents and families in a mental health setting required

Experience/training in crisis intervention and assessment required

Must possess and maintain a valid NJ State Driver's License

Certifications and Licenses Required

BLS Certification from AHA

Scheduling Requirements

Day Shift, 40 hours/week

Full-time Schedule

Essential Functions

Answers phones, i.e. (hotline, business line), in a professional and timely manner

Demonstrates ability to communicate clinical information effectively with the Screening psychiatrist and Unit supervision

Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively with other members of the health care team (internal and external) to include RN in Charge as pertains to the patients treatment plan and disposition

Demonstrates ability to conduct a thorough ongoing assessment according to departmental guidelines in a timely manner

Demonstrates ability to effectively provide patient care in a timely manner

Demonstrates professional behavior according to hospital codes in section Conduct for Patients/Customers in the Employee Handbook

Describes Screening process and updates progress of evaluation/interventions to patient/family

Documentation indicates attempts made to provide clinical information and obtain insurance pre-certification

Documentation indicates collaboration with patient and/or family in the development of patient care planning and discharge

Gathering relevant collateral information

Documentation indicates gathering of relevant collateral information

Documentation indicates that patient/family were provided with information based on Discharge Plan/Teaching Checklist

Documentation indicates thorough completion of request for off-site Screening Evaluation and Community Outreach

Documentation reflects clinical decision of Outreach outcome based on criteria as per Screening Law

Evaluates effects of interventions throughout the patients stay and updates the plan of care as per hospital policy

Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports in a timely manner (prior to end of shift)

Prioritizes Child Outreach services (schools, homes, residential treatment facilities) to include follow-up referrals from crisis units

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

Collaborate with provider agencies to coordinate care across systems as needed

Other Duties as Assigned

Provides educational services to provider agencies to include schools, community providers, county/state DMHAS representatives, and others as requested

Represent CFCC position at county Childrens Systems Review Committee (CSRC) and Childrens Interagency Coordinating Council (CIACC) on a monthly basis as determined by committee chairpersons

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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.

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 ProgramsVoluntary 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 healthcare 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

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