Aide, Behavioral Health PD - Mental Health - PER DIEM NIGHTS Woodbury
Listed compensation
$23.88-$25.33/hr
Listing transparency2 of 6 stated
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- Employment & setting
- Per Diem
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
Major Function
Non-licensed staff member who, under the direction of a registered nurse,
provides physical care and emotional support to patients, while maintaining a
safe, clean, and therapeutic environment. In addition, responsible for the
clerical and communication functions as needed.
Qualification
Education & Experience
* High School graduate or G. E. D. required.
* Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
* 1-2 years previous experience in inpatient behavioral health setting
preferred.
Certification/Licensure
* CPR (American Heart Association) required.
* CPI required must be obtained within introductory period.
* Psychiatric Technician preferred.
Physical Requirements
- N: Never O: Occasionally (<20%) F: Frequently (20%-80%) C:
- Constantly (>80%)Lifting <20lbsFStandingFSittingFLifting
20-50lbsOClimbingFKneelingFLifting>50lbsOCrouchingOReachingFCarryingFHearingCWalkingCPushingFTalkingCVisionC Environmental
- Conditions: NoiseFVaried TemperaturesFCleaning AgentsFNoxious odorsOPatient
- ExposureCOperative EquipmentF
Benefits Information
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[https://www.inspirahealthnetwork.org/employee-benefits-staff]
Key Responsibilities
Provides physical care and emotional support to patients under the direction of a registered nurse. Maintains a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment while performing necessary clerical and communication tasks.
Requirements
Requires a high school diploma or G.E.D. and CPR certification. Previous experience in an inpatient behavioral health setting is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Behavioral Health Career Context
Inspira Health holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 71/100, 40 active listings.
Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is down 9.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
