Mental Health Worker, Residential Units - IP Adolescent

Job Overview:

The New Point Specialty is a 15 bed psychiatric facility serving adolescents who are residents of NJ between the ages of 14 and 18. Services are voluntary. The Children System of Care, Contract Systems Administrator determines the specialty bed level of care and referrals are made via the SRTU for admission into the program. NPS is licensed by The Office of Licensing and accredited by the Joint Commission.

The program model is designed to respond to the needs of significantly traumatized youth who have severe behavioral and emotional disturbances. Youth 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:

• HS Diploma or equivalent

• At least one year of crisis management work experience

• Unencumbered current driver's license

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• BLS through the American Heart Association

Scheduling Requirements:

• Per Diem

Essential Functions:

• Supervise residents throughout the shift

• Participate in and lead program activities at the direction/discretion of management

• Document the daily log book on pertinent resident information

• Provide 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.