Mental Health Screener

Job Title: Mental Health Screener

Location: Community Medical Center

Department Name: Emergency Screening

Req #: 0000248847

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $29.39 - $36.09 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:

The Mental Health Screener responds to the emotional needs of those requesting assistance through screening, assessment, crisis intervention, referral and outreach.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Master's Degree in social work, psychology, nursing or related clinical field
• Certified New Jersey Mental Health Screener or eligible within 1 year of hire

Preferred:

• 2 years’ experience in a mental health setting, preferably in crisis intervention/emergency services

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full-Time
• Evening Shift
• Weekend, evening, and holiday coverage, depending on the program needs

Essential Functions:

• Attend staff meetings
• Fully documents all client contacts and submits in a timely manner
• Facilitates voluntary/involuntary hospitalization of clients in accordance with the Emergency Services policies and procedures
• Provides and completes all documentation, records and forms as stipulated in the Emergency Services Department policies and procedures
• Provides crisis intervention, information, and referral services on the telephone, in the Emergency Room and throughout the community
• Brings all unusual situations, incidents or difficulties encountered to the provision of emergency services to the attention of the Director or his/her designate
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Other Things to Know:
This job description outlines the core responsibilities of the role, but it’s not meant to cover every task you may take on. As with any dynamic organization, duties may shift over time based on team needs and priorities—and we’re looking for someone who’s flexible and ready to grow with us.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our people are at the center of everything we do. Through our Total Wellbeing promise, we offer a wide range of benefits and resources to support your physical, emotional, financial, and professional wellbeing. Highlights include:

• Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holidays, Sick Time)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Retirement Plans
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Wellness Programs and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Benefits (like Pet Insurance)
• Discounts with local partners (e.g., NJ Devils, NJPAC, Verizon)
• Community involvement and volunteer opportunities
• …and more!