Mental Health Associate; Short Term Care - Toms River, NJ

Position

Mental Health Associate – Toms River, NJ (Central Jersey Behavioral Health – Short Term Care (STC))

Req #:

Status:
Full-Time (Hourly)

Shift: Day (3 12‑hour day shifts, full time, every other weekend required)

Pay Range: $21.46 - $26.89 per hour (anticipated hourly wage range for this position in New Jersey)

The Mental Health Associate provides care to the patients and maintains a safe environment under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse. All methods of practice shall conform to written hospital policies and procedures and be carried out to the highest achievable level of competence in a manner demonstrating concern and consideration. The Mental Health Associate will demonstrate the Barnabas Health philosophy to Total Quality Management by actively applying that philosophy in all dealings with both internal and external customers.

Required

• Baccalaureate degree in psychology or related field (Social Work, Criminal Justice, Social Sciences, Public Health, or Science), minimum of 5 years' recent behavioral health experience, or completion of AIMS Mental Health Technician training certificate course
• Must possess excellent communication, time management, and interpersonal skills
• Successful completion of all orientation programs

Preferred

• Previous experience as a nurse aide or home health aide
• Minimum one year of experience, training, or education in the field of treatment

• BLS Certification from the American Heart Association

• (3) 12‑hour day shifts
• Full Time
• Every other weekend required

• Group and individual patient supervision
• Facilitation of educational group activities
• Assisting with ADL's (i.e., feeding, bathing, toileting, ambulating, etc.)

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.

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!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.