Certified Screener

Certified Screener Req #: 0000254046 Category: Behavioral and Mental Health Status: Full-Time Shift: Evening Facility: Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Department: PESS - ARRIVE Together Prog Pay Range: $30.00 - $36.82 per hour Location: 201 LYONS AVENUE, NEWARK, NJ 07112-2027 Job Title: Certified Screener Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr Department Name: PESS - ARRIVE Together Prog Req #: 0000254046 Status: Hourly Shift: Evening Pay Range: $30.00 - $36.82 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 Arrive Together Certified Screener participates in the Co-Responder Program (law enforcement officer and screener respond together to emergency service calls and/or follow up visits that relate to behavioral health crisis) otherwise known as "Arrive Together" program within the scope of practice defined by the Screening Law and other regulatory standards. Qualifications: Required: MSW/MA degree in related field, or BA/BS plus three years of prior experience in a psychiatric setting, one of which is in crisis setting OR enrolled in a Master's program with two years of prior experience in a psychiatric setting, one of which is in a crisis setting Scheduling Requirements Full Time 37.5 hours Evening Shift Essential Functions: Assures safety in practice by maintaining a realization of their own individual level of knowledge and experience and assumes responsibility for advancing knowledge by communicating with and utilizing resource persons/programs available The Arrive Together Certified Screener will individualize the plan of care to address a specific patient s needs Works with law enforcement in identified municipalities and other community agencies, to achieve best service possible to patients Responsible for supervising and assisting inpatient care issues as well as follow up on assigned tasks and for consistently setting and evaluating priorities Provides mobile outreach with law enforcement Rides as a passenger in a police car through the identified municipalities Also provide mobile response on foot patrol at Newark Penn Station and downtown Newark locations Shift coverage needed for day and evening hours in the community up until 11pm Other Duties: 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. Benefits and Perks: At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to: Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time Retirement Plans Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Disability and Life Insurance Paid Parental Leave Tuition Reimbursement Student Loan Planning Support Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Community and Volunteer Opportunities Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon ....and more! Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! 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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. At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health. Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance 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 an Equal Opportunity Employer