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Mental Health Worker, Per Diem

RWJBarnabas Health
Jersey, NJ Per Diem
POSTED ON 11/11/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/11/2025
Req #: 0000220048

Category: Behavioral and Mental Health

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Evening

Facility: Jersey City Medical Center

Department: Psy Residential Svc

Pay Range: $26.61 per hour

Location:

355 Grand Street, Jersey CIty, NJ 07302

Job Title: PD Mental Health Worker

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Psy Residential Svc

Req #: 0000220048

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $26.61 - $26.61 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 Worker will work with adult consumers residing in a 15 bed community based residence who are diagnosed with a Severe and Persistent Mental Illness. The candidate will support consumers in their wellness and recovery towards independent living.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in mental health field
  • Valid NJ Driver's License required with no restrictions
  • CPR/First/AED preferred, will be provided if certificate is not active.
  • Bilingual skills appreciated

Scheduling Requirements

  • Flex Schedule
  • Coverage for evening / overnight availability
  • Minimum 24 hours per month - one must be a weekend shift
  • 2 holidays per year

Essential Functions

  • Support provided includes case management, medication supervision, skills building, community integration, identifying a crisis, and applying appropriate interventions - in-depth training provided on site
  • Mental Health Workers will support other team members in providing a clean and therapeutic environment.

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.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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