Crisis Worker - Hamilton, NJ

Job Title: Crisis Worker

Location: RWJUH Hamilton Hospital

Department Name: Emergency Screening

Req #: 0000240700

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $33.26 - $34.37 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 :

Primary responsibilities are to conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, risk assessments and make level of care determinations for patients who present to the emergency room in a mental health/behavioral health crisis.

Qualifications :

Required :

• BSW with Screening experience can be considered
• PhD or MA in Mental Health, MSW, or RN with psychiatric experience required

Preferred :

• Experience in crisis intervention/emergency services

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• NJ Screening Certification (if you have a Bachelor's degree only)

Scheduling Requirements :

• Evening shift
• Per diem
• Overnights, weekends, and holidays required
• Position requires both on-site and on-call shifts

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.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer