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St. Joseph's Health New Jersey statewide Posted 5/22/2026

Mental Health Technician - Part Time Days

Therapy job in New Jersey statewide · Dedicated

25–$45/hrest.
Days · PRN / Per DiemTherapy licensemental health
Pay

$25–$45/hr

Setting

Rehabilitation / Clinic / Outpatient / Hospital ER

Shift

Days · PRN / Per Diem

License

Therapy license

Route Type

Dedicated

Benefits

Dental, Vision, Paid time off

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Job Description

Responsible for assisting unit staff in the provision of Psychiatric Rehabilitative services to patients on the Psychiatric Inpatient Unit. Assists with structured activities, personal care needs and discharge planning. Provides crisis intervention techniques as necessary, to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment. St. Joseph’s Health is recognized for the expertise and compassion of its highly skilled and responsive staff. The combined efforts of the organization’s outstanding physicians, superb nurses, and dedicated clinical and professional staff have made us one of the most highly respected healthcare organizations in the state, the largest employer in Passaic County, and one of the nation’s “100 Best Places to Work in Health Care”. Benefits Eligibility: (Full-time and Part-time Employees-over 20 hours a week) Competitive salary* Robust benefits with health, dental, Rx and vision plans 403b retirement plan options with company match** Health & Wellness* Non-Profit Health System – eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness PTO, and paid holidays Tuition reimbursement Employee Assistance Program LTD : Long Term Disability Life Insurance Options Onsite Day care Program Available for Per Diem Employees and Part-time Employees working under 20 hours per week. **403b Company Match not applicable for Per Diem Employees and Part-time Employees working under 20 hours per week. Pay transparency: St. Joseph’s Health provides a salary range to comply with New Jersey Law. The rate of pay for each position will be determined based on a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, etc.” The salary range does not include incentives, differential pay or other forms of compensation. St. Joseph’s University Medical Center is an academic tertiary care medical center and state designated trauma center, located on the Paterson campus, regularly accepts referrals of difficult or unusual cases from other hospitals and physicians and performs both complex and routine procedures. The Medical Center offers a full complement of specialty and subspecialty services including ambulatory, behavioral health, cardiovascular, emergency/trauma, internal medicine, neuroscience, oncology, orthopedic/spine, rehabilitation, surgical specialty, women’s health, imaging and pediatrics. The nursing team at St. Joseph’s University Medical Center, which includes St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital, has held the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, the profession’s highest honor, since 1999. They are also recipients of the prestigious 2010 Magnet Prize™ - one of only 8 Magnet-designated hospitals to ever receive The Magnet Prize, and the only one worldwide to receive the 2010 award.

Location & Routes

  • Region: New Jersey statewide
  • Route type: Dedicated

Benefits & Bonuses

  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Paid time off

Hiring Process

  1. Apply — Submit your application online
  2. Review — A recruiter reviews your qualifications
  3. Background check — Standard employment and license verification
  4. Start your assignment — Begin your therapy role

Requirements

License Required

Active state license in good standing (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent)

Experience

Experience requirements vary by employer.

Certifications

BLS typically required.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand for long shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and assist with patient transfers.

Frequently asked questions

  • What license do I need to apply?

    An active state license in your discipline (PT, OT, SLP, LCSW, LPC, BCBA, etc.) in good standing. Therapy licensure is state-specific — the PT, OT, and ASLP-IC compacts let you practice in member states without a separate license.

  • Is this a school-year or year-round position?

    School-based therapy roles typically follow a 9- or 10-month school-year calendar with summers off. Outpatient, hospital, home-health, and telehealth positions are year-round with PTO. Both options are widely available — check the job description for specifics.

  • What experience is expected?

    Most therapy roles welcome new grads through mid-career clinicians. Specialty positions (acute care, NICU, pediatric feeding, hand therapy) typically prefer 2+ years plus relevant certifications.

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