Peer Support Staff; -Evening Somerville NJ

Peer Support Staff (FT-Evening)

Location:

RWJBarnabas Health Somerset, Somerville, NJ 08876

Category: Behavioral and Mental Health |
Status: Full-Time |
Shift: Evening |
Pay Range: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

RWJBarnabas Health is looking to add a Peer Support Staff within the Emergency Screening department in Somerville, NJ. The Peer Specialist will provide support to select consumers and their families and will work in conjunction with a Certified Mental Health Screener. The Peer Specialist’s primary role is to engage and support those consumers identified as high utilizers of the psychiatric screening services with the goal of decreasing emergency room visits and inpatient hospitalizations.

The Peer Specialist will be available to consumers both on‑site at the designated screening center and off‑site. Off‑site work includes accompanying the Certified Mental Health Screeners on mobile outreaches into the community. The Peer Specialist will both help identify individuals who would benefit from face‑to‑face follow‑ups and then participate in those follow‑ups. The Peer Specialist will meet with high‑risk consumers during the PESS visit when possible to begin building the relationship and is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (e.g., damaged floors, walls, ceiling tiles, unsecured areas) and medical errors, etc.

• High School diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year involvement in mental‑health advocacy

• BLS Certification from American Heart Association

• Evening Shift, 40 hours per week
• Full‑Time Schedule

• Adapt to varying work conditions according to unit needs
• Annual de‑escalation training and BLS certification
• Answer hotline as appropriate and document calls
• Discuss all calls with supervision
• Assist with admissions, discharge and/or transfer procedures
• Document accurately, timely, and legibly on appropriate forms according to hospital policy and established standards
• Function as a preceptor to newly hired Peer Support staff
• Maintain ongoing observation of patients throughout the shift and report changes to the licensed staff member responsible
• Monitor patients returning within 30 days to service, establish contact with patient, and make appropriate referrals to treatment
• Other duties as assigned by the Program Director
• Participate in financial control through appropriate use of supplies and adherence to charging mechanisms
• Participate in QA/QI activities and all staff meetings, in‑services and committees
• Participate in safety and treatment planning
• Participate in treatment team and related care plan updates
• Supervise/assist with activities of daily living, encouraging appropriate behaviors
• Transfer of patients to the inpatient units
• Utilize communication and observation to assist the licensed staff in patient data collection

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.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Prescription Drug, 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!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare 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