Safety Care Associate - Toms River, NJ

Safety Care Associate – Toms River, NJ Req #: 0000250876 Shift: Night | Status: Per Diem Location: 1691 U.S. Highway 9, Toms River, NJ 08755 Pay Range: $24.67 per hour 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 Safety Care Associate is a Patient Care Associate with experience working with the dual-diagnosis patients who will have a primary focus on ensuring the safe milieu of the unit. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: conducting mandatory Q15 patient safety checks, environmental safety rounds, 1:1 patient safety watches, assisting with group facilitation and the search and logging of patient belongings. Under the direct supervision of the unit director or designee, the Safety Care Associate will assist with providing direct patient care and reinforcing Safety Together core values and implementing safety initiatives and will participate as a member of the Workplace Violence committee. All methods of practice and/or work performance shall conform to written established hospital policies and procedures and be carried to the highest achievable level of competence in a manner demonstrating concern and consideration. Qualifications High School graduate or GED Minimum one-year of experience Successful completion of orientation, mandatory education and trainings Preferred Qualifications CADC Experience working in a behavioral health setting Previous experience as a Home Health Aide, Nurse Aide, Patient Care Associate, or Patient Care Technician Knowledge and experience working with substance‑abuse disorders and dually diagnosed population Certifications and Licenses Required BLS Certification from the American Heart Association Scheduling Requirements Night shift Per Diem Every other weekend required Essential Functions 1:1 patient safety watches Environmental safety rounds Assisting with group facilitation Search and logging of patient belongings Conducting mandatory Q15 patient safety checks 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr RWJBarnabas Health