Mental Health Screener

Job Description

Job Description

Title : Mental Health Screeners

Location:  Newark NJ

Duration: 6 Month C2H

Openings: 5

Shift: 5x8s

11pm-7am

PR: $30-$35/hr

*Must be comfortable traveling to Oceanport NJ for EPIC Training*

Must Haves:

• Master's degree in mental health field
• 1 year post Master's degree full time experience
• Active Driver's License

Plusses:

• New Jersey screener certification

D2D:

Insight Global is looking for a mental health screener position for one of their healthcare clients in Essex County NJ. This screener conducts behavioral health crisis assessments for minors and adults presenting through the emergency room or as walk‐ins, which serves as the sole point of entry for evaluation. Manages an active caseload of approximately 2–4 cases per day, spending 2–3 hours per case completing screenings in compliance with screening laws and agency protocols to determine involuntary inpatient commitment or safe discharge. Works closely with a supervisor and psychiatrist to review cases, provides direct support to individuals in acute crisis using trained de‐escalation and restraint techniques when necessary, and participates in community‐based assessments alongside law enforcement when required. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and professionalism in a fast‐paced, high‐acuity environment.