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Rutgers
Student Assistant (7 Positions)
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A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.
$40,746 / year median in New Jersey
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Student Assistant (7 Positions) Job Category Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support Department SHP - Rehabilitation & Movemen Overview New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS ) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating universitywide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state—at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates. Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives. Posting Summary Rutgers School of Health Professions ( SHP ) is seeking a Student Assistant to work in the Department of Rehabilitation and Movement Science. Under direction, the Student Assistant will assist faculty with classroom records and assignments. The Student Assistant also leads discussion sections and meets with students during office hours, conferencing with them individually or in small groups. Additionally, the Student Assistant assists with organizing and maintaining equipment and materials needed for courses and performing other related duties as assigned. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following: Interacts with faculty and staff. Assists with classroom set up.. Performs other related duties as assigned. FLSA Nonexempt Grade 99H Salary Details $15.92/hour is budgeted for this position. Minimum Salary 15.92 Mid Range Salary 75.00 Maximum Salary 150.00 Offer Information The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. Benefits Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs Position Status Part Time Working Hours 20 Standard Hours 20.00 Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. Union Description Student Hourly Employees Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly Position Pension Eligibility None Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Must be a current Rutgers student enrolled in a graduate program. Must have good academic standing, without any C grades, warnings or probation, and must demonstrate excellent professional behavior. Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment