Position Summary:

• Communicates with children and their families in an empathetic and concerned manner.
• Follows Center policies and Unit guidelines for restraining children (ages 5-11 years).
• Assess children's (ages 5-11 years) interpersonal behavior and participation and interest in their environment in accordance with established Center policies.
• Documents assessments, interventions and interactions with children in accordance with Unit policies.
• Plans and implements appropriate and therapeutically effective milieu therapy activities from children (ages 5-11 years).
• Follows Center polices for documenting in patients' charts.
• Provides guidance and direction to MHS IV and other staff, as assigned, regarding Center and Unit policies and procedures as reflected in co-workers' reports.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Three (3) years of experience in the mental health/behavioral health/children's services area or two (2) years college credits in a related field.

City: Piscataway

State: NJ

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Special Conditions:

• Able to work combination shifts (day, evening and/or overnight) as assigned.

Posting Number: 25ST0530

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