Mental Health Associate II (Center for Eating Disorders) - Full Time (Day Shift)

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Mental Health Associate II (Center for Eating Disorders) - Full Time (Day Shift)

Job ID: 329705

Work Type: FT

Location: Plainsboro, NJ, United States

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM

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Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life\'s work?

Why Join Our Team?

• Princeton Center for Eating Disorders brings a long history of treating eating disorders to a contemporary setting. Founded in 1996, the Center combines a skilled healthcare team and advanced technology with the modern touches of a healing environment. Its location in a secure, private unit on the fifth floor of Princeton Medical Center offers a contemplative, scenic setting where patients can feel safe and comfortable as they recover.
• Princeton Center for Eating Disorders at Princeton Medical Center provides inpatient treatment for adults, adolescents and children as young as 8 years old. We offer a warm, welcoming environment in an award-winning medical center for patients of all genders. Our patients not only benefit from treatment for the physical, psychosocial and nutritional aspects of their eating disorder, but they also have immediate access to full-service care for other medical needs.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Provide direct, compassionate support to individuals with eating disorders under the supervision of licensed clinicians, including monitoring behavior, ensuring safety, and promoting a therapeutic environment
• Assist in developing and implementing individualized care plans that align with treatment goals, and contribute to treatment planning discussions within the multidisciplinary team
• Facilitate therapeutic activities such as group sessions, recreational programs, and self-care initiatives to support recovery and engagement
• Document patient progress, behavior, and treatment responses accurately in compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards
• Respond to and de‑escalate crisis situations while maintaining patient safety and supporting the clinical team's interventions

Benefits You'll Receive at PMPH/Penn Medicine:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, RX coverage plan options that best fit your personal & family needs
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts (FSA/HAS) to save pre-tax dollars
• 403b Retirement Savings: Our employer contribution begins on Day 1 of your employment
• Generous Paid Time Off benefits that give you the work-life balance today's world needs
• Prepaid tuition assistance is available to benefit-eligible employees for approved courses of study after completing six months of employment.

What We Require for this Role:

Education/Experience

• Master's Degree in Social Work or Psychology required.
• Experience working with children, adolescents, and adults required.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIREMENT

• Valid driver's license in employee's state of residence with record in good standing with the State of NJ Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Eligibility for licensure in the state of NJ required.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Salary Range:

$20.95 - $33.42/Hourly

As part of their job offer, successful candidates are provided a specific rate, taking into consideration various factors including experience and education.

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Live Your Life\'s Work

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

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