Therapeutic Tech

Job Overview:

Looking for individuals who are interested in joining a dynamic Clinical Team working with children ages 6 - 18 years of age that are experiencing behavioral health symptoms that impede their ability to be successful. This is a support role and a wonderful opportunity for those interested in the field of behavioral health.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Associate's or Bachelor Degree preferred with a psychology, social work or health care related field
• Valid NJ Driver's license without restrictions

Preferred:

• Bachelor Degree preferred
• Prefer individuals with prior experience working with youth ages 6-18 years of age that are experiencing behavioral health symptoms that impede their ability to be successful

Scheduling Requirements:

• 8:00 am 4:00 pm
• Monday to Friday
• Full Time

Essential Functions:

• Establishes and maintains supportive relationships with consumers
• Serves as a broker between the needs and perspective of the consumer and the goals of the treatment system; may include educating treatment providers and advocating on behalf of the consumer
• Information sharing regarding the emergency assessment and/or screening process
• One-on-one attention and encouragement to individuals who are undergoing the emergency assessment/screening process
• Responsible for modeling/ coaching in the use of coping skills
• Provides personal assistance and support during crisis episode
• Responsible for documentation in the patient s MR, per program s policies and procedures
• Participates in case conferences, staff meetings, case presentations, supervision and on-site/off-site trainings as assigned
• Responsible for transporting youth to and from program
• Follows established departmental/hospital policies and procedures and objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infectious control standards of JCMC and the host facility when conducting support to an Affiliated Emergency Service
• Maintains established departmental and hospital policies and procedures/objectives, including confidentiality, crisis management, cultural sensitivity, etc
• Meets customer satisfaction goals

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Pay Range:

$ 19.12 Hourly Rate

Let us shape the future of healthcare, together. Our competitive base rates offered will be dependent upon your relevant experience, education, and skills. In addition to base salary, we offer excellent benefits creating a competitive total rewards package to include health and welfare benefits, tuition reimbursement, retirement benefits, employee assistance programs and many opportunities for professional and personal growth.

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 New 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 New 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 New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.