Mental Health Clinician RWJBarnabas Health life insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, sick time, tuition reimbursement United States, Jersey, Jersey City 355 Grand Street (Show on map) Aug 06, 2026 Mental Health Clinician Req #: 0000250061

Category:

Behavioral and Mental Health Status:

Per Diem Shift:

Night Facility:

Jersey City Medical Center Department:

Affiliated Emerg Svcs Grant Pay Range:

$36.72 per hour

Location:

355 Grand Street, Jersey CIty, NJ 07302

Job Title:

Mental Health Clinician Location:

Jersey City Medical Center Department Name:

Affiliated Emerg Svcs Grant Req #: 0000250061

Status:

Hourly Shift:

Night Pay Range:

$36.72 - $36.72 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in 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:

Provides clinical assessment, crisis intervention, evaluations for hospitalization, and crisis service coordination primarily for children, adolescents and their families, within the context of the Children's Crisis Intervention Services (CCIS) system. Will also secondarily cover assessment and screening of adults, as indicated. Is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors, etc.

Qualifications:

Required:

MA/MS degree in social work, psychology or related field Must possess and maintain a valid NJ State Driver s License BLS required within three (3) months of hire Must be able to work in stressful situations Individuals hired be eligible to obtain their Temporary Screening Certification Number upon hire and must obtain their permanent number with one year

Preferred:

Two years of prior experience/training working with children, adolescents and families in a mental health setting strongly preferred Experience/training in crisis intervention and assessment strongly preferred. Scheduling Requirements Per Diem

Night Shift Essential Functions:

Provides clinical assessment, crisis intervention, evaluations for hospitalization, and crisis service coordination for adults and children as indicated Is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i,e, damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors, etc)

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to: Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time Retirement Plans Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Disability and Life Insurance Paid Parental Leave Tuition Reimbursement Student Loan Planning Support Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Community and Volunteer Opportunities Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon ....and more! Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education. RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer