Job Description

Job Title: Mental Health Screener

Location: Clara Maass Medical Center

Req#: 000088060

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Department name: Arrive Together Grant

Job Overview:

Screening Assessment indicates determination of most appropriate services/ disposition according to patient s clinical needs consideration of least restrictive alternatives. Responds to emergency calls along with the law enforcement officer in a professional and timely manner. Demonstrates ability to perform crisis intervention and screening services consistent with the screening statutory and regulatory duties at each call for service. Demonstrate the ability to collect data relevant to the assessment of the AT program as specified by CMMC, the Department of Law and Public safety, and/or Department of Human Services and Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelors in required field ( Psychology)
• Certified Screener

Preferred:

• 1 to 2 years experience

Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):

• Certified Screener

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

• 7:00-3:00
• Days
• Full-Time

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrate the ability to comply with the training provided by the law enforcement agency/police department on the proper procedures and protocols for riding a law enforcement vehicle and/or responding to calls from a police officer prior to participating in the program.
• Demonstrates the ability to do follow-up visits with mental health consumers from prior services or initiate contact with individuals identified as at-risk within the designated municipalities.
• Demonstrates ability to communicate clinical information effectively with the screening psychiatrist
• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively with other members of the healthcare team
• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively with the Screening RN in Charge, Shift Supervisor, other as it pertains to the patient's treatment plan and disposition
• Demonstrates ability to conduct a thorough ongoing assessment according to departmental guidelines
• Demonstrates the ability to effectively provide patient care in a timely manner
• Describes the screening process and updates the progress of evaluation, interventions to patients and family
• Documentation indicates attempts made to provide clinical information and obtain insurance pre-certification
• Documentation indicates collaboration with patients and family in the development of patient care planning and discharge.
• Documentation indicates gathering of relevant collateral information
• Documentation indicates that the patient understands the concept of voluntary admission
• Documentation indicates thorough completion of request for off-site screening evaluation. Documentation indicates thorough completion of requests to do Community Outreach
• Documentation reflects clinical decision of outreach outcome based on criteria as per Screening Law
• Evaluates effects of interventions throughout the patient's stay and updates the plan of care as per hospital policy,
• Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports in a timely manner prior to the end of shift
• Provides hotline information/referral/interventions that conforms to Screening guidelines
• Screening Assessment indicates determination of most appropriate services and 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

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports 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 Programs
• Voluntary 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 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Tags

Similar Jobs