Mental Health Associate

About the Organization

Saint Clare’s Health is a member of Prime Healthcare, committed to core values of quality, compassion, and community. The network includes CMS 5-Star Rated hospitals and award-winning healthcare facilities serving Morris, Warren, and Sussex counties. Facilities include Denville Hospital, Dover Hospital, Behavioral Health Centers in Boonton, Denville, and Parsippany, and an Imaging Center in Parsippany. The hospitals have received multiple quality awards, including Leapfrog “A” ratings for patient safety and Healthgrades recognition for orthopedic surgery, stroke treatment, heart care, and various surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction and supervision of the Charge RN, RN, or LVN, assist licensed nursing staff in providing and documenting patient care, including assistance with activities of daily living.
• Perform therapeutic interventions with clients, such as group therapy, one-on-one counseling, or crisis intervention.
• Support unit functions and maintain a safe, therapeutic, and clean environment for patients, visitors, and co-workers.
• Function as an integral part of the interdisciplinary care team and communicate pertinent patient information to the supervising RN.
• Perform clerical duties as assigned and provide basic nursing care for children, adolescents, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Utilize education to provide designated group modalities and individual observations to help patients learn new coping skills, identify relationship conflicts, and develop conflict-resolution strategies.
• Provide emotional support to patients by listening to concerns, empathizing, and assisting in finding solutions.
• Monitor patients’ progress throughout treatment to ensure compliance with their plans and provide pertinent team meeting information.
• Perform responsibilities within the guidelines of Nursing Structure Standards, Hospital/Nursing Policy, and state regulatory and accrediting requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Human Services, or a related field.
• Current BCLS (AHA) certification upon hire and maintained thereafter.
• One (1) year of prior behavioral health experience preferred.
• Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology preferred.

Pay

The estimated compensation range for this role is $20.00/Hr. to $27.00/Hr. The exact starting compensation will be determined based on factors such as skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials, and licensure.

Schedule

Per Diem, Day Shift.