Certified Screener

Job Overview

The Arrive Together Certified Screener participates in the Co-Responder Program (law enforcement officer and screener respond together to emergency service calls and/or follow up visits that relate to behavioral health crisis) otherwise known as “Arrive Together” program within the scope of practice defined by the Screening Law and other regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• MSW/MA degree in related field, or BA/BS plus three years of prior experience in a psychiatric setting, one of which is in crisis setting
• OR enrolled in a Master’s program with two years of prior experience in a psychiatric setting, one of which is in a crisis setting

Scheduling Requirements

Full Time 37.5 hours
Evening Shift

Essential Functions

• Assures safety in practice by maintaining a realization of their own individual level of knowledge and experience and assumes responsibility for advancing knowledge by communicating with and utilizing resource persons/programs available
• The Arrive Together Certified Screener will individualize the plan of care to address a specific patient's needs
• Works with law enforcement in identified municipalities and other community agencies, to achieve best service possible to patients
• Responsible for supervising and assisting inpatient care issues as well as follow up on assigned tasks and for consistently setting and evaluating priorities
• Provides mobile outreach with law enforcement
• Rides as a passenger in a police car through the identified municipalities
• Also provide mobile response on foot patrol at Newark Penn Station and downtown Newark locations
• Shift coverage needed for day and evening hours in the community up until 11pm

Other Duties

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

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon