Mental Health Specialist II

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical support services within the Acute Psychiatric Services unit to assist in the delivery of care.
• Conduct initial triage of consumers and families upon arrival and provide immediate reports to the Program Coordinator.
• Perform direct, in-person observation for individuals at risk as directed by physicians.
• Document all telephone calls and maintain accurate client records in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and telephone logs.
• Manage the transfer of consumers into and out of the unit.
• Assist Public Safety with searches for consumers and belongings during admissions to the Extended Care Evaluation Bed (ECEB) area.

Requirements

• Four (4) years of relevant full-time paid experience in a mental health field OR a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant mental health, social, or human services field.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and experience documenting in an Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and evening shifts.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience working in an inpatient or crisis setting.
• Ability to accurately enter information into databases and utilize registration software.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs.
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans.
• Employee and dependent educational benefits.
• Life insurance and employee discount programs.

About the Company

Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC) offers a full continuum of evidence-based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. As one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, UBHC is dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education through its many specialized sites and professional staff.