Mental Health Screener

Job Title: Mental Health Screener

Location: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department Name: Emergency Screening

Req #: 0000216970

Status: Hourly

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $29.23 - $36.28 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:

Screening Assessment indicates determination of most appropriate services or disposition according to patient s clinical needs consideration of least restrictive alternatives,

Qualifications:

Required:

Bachelors in required field - Psychology

Certified Screener

Preferred:

1 to 2 years experience

Certifications and Licenses Required

Certified Screener

Scheduling Requirements

Nights

Per Diem

Essential Functions:

Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports in a timely manner prior to end of shift,

Provides hotline information/referral/interventions that conforms to Screening guidelines,

Screening Assessment indicates determination of most appropriate services/ disposition ,

according to patient s clinical needs consideration of least restrictive alternatives,

Screening Document contains clear description of dangerousness due to mental illness as per Screening Law and guidelines from DMHS Screener Certification training,

Screening Document reflects clear description of patient s mental illness as per Screening Law and guidelines from DMHS Certification training,