Patient Care Associate, Adult Psych - Toms River, NJ

Patient Care Associate – Adult Psych (Toms River, NJ) Location: Central Jersey Behavioral Health, 1691 U.S. Highway 9, Toms River, NJ 08755; Status: Per Diem Night shift; Pay: $24.67 per hour Job Details: Job Title: Patient Care Associate Department: Adult Psych (AP) Shift: Night Status: Hourly (Per Diem) Pay Range: $24.67 per hour Req #: 0000256686 Facility Overview: RWJBarnabas Health Behavioral Health Center, in collaboration with Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus Behavioral Health Services, is a freestanding 100‑bed acute care psychiatric facility offering specialized inpatient and intensive outpatient services for adults and older adults with psychiatric and co‑occurring disorders. The Adult Psych (AP) Barnabas Unit serves a general adult psychiatric population, including a dedicated 20‑bed cohort for older adults 65 and older. Patient Care Associates are an essential part of our multidisciplinary behavioral health team, providing compassionate, hands‑on care that helps patients feel safe, supported, and respected throughout their recovery journey. Working under the direct supervision of the registered nurse, you will deliver exceptional psychiatric care while building valuable clinical experience. Responsibilities Providing direct patient care by assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), personal hygiene, mobility, and nutritional needs. Taking and documenting vital signs while reporting changes in the patient's condition to the nursing team. Providing one-to‑one observation and group supervision to help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment. Supporting patients with compassion, dignity, and respect while encouraging independence whenever appropriate. Transporting patients safely to ancillary departments and emergency services as needed. Collaborating with nurses and the interdisciplinary care team to support individualized treatment plans. Accurately documenting patient care activities in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. Helping maintain a clean, organized, and safe patient care environment. Building trusting relationships with patients through empathy, professionalism, and effective communication. Continuing to grow professionally through training, education, and opportunities within RWJBarnabas Health. Desired Attributes You are passionate about helping others during challenging moments of their lives. Compassion, patience, and empathy guide how you care for others. You remain calm and professional in fast‑paced or changing situations. You enjoy working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team. You communicate effectively with patients, families, and colleagues. You are dependable, observant, and attentive to detail. You value creating a safe, supportive, and respectful environment for every patient. Requirements High School Diploma or GED. Successfully completed all required orientation programs. Current American Heart Association BLS certification (required). Previous experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aide (HHA), Patient Care Technician (PCT), or Patient Care Associate is preferred. New Jersey PCA certification is preferred. Minimum of one year of experience working as a Patient Care Associate with geriatric patients is required for this per diem position. Schedule Per Diem. Night shifts. Every other weekend required. RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr RWJBarnabas Health