Mental Health Associate (Inpatient Behavioral Health) -...

**Description** 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? + Penn Medicine Princeton Health (PMPH) is seeking a part time MHA (mental health associate) to work the evening shift within Princeton House Behavioral Health (PHBH). This position is within Wing 3 (Drug and Alcohol Unit/Detox and Dual diagnosis) with 28 beds. + We offer medically monitored detoxification and treatment for alcohol and benzodiazepines. Our skilled staff help patients safely manage withdrawal symptoms and cravings while keeping them as comfortable as possible. Medication-assisted treatment, group therapy, and other services aid their recovery. + Location: Princeton House Behavioral Health (905 Herrontown Road Princeton NJ). Key Roles and Responsibilities: + The Mental Health Associate assists Registered Nurses in providing direct psychiatric and medical care to patients. + The Mental Health Associate participates as a member of the treatment team in creating and maintaining a safe and therapeutic milieu. Scheduling Requirements: + Required to work 2-3 day shifts (3:00PM-11:30pm) a week including every other weekend and every other holiday. What We Require for this Role: Education + Bachelor of Arts or Science (required). + Education specialization: Social Science preferred. LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIREMENT + Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 3 months of hire. + Valid driver's license in employee's state of residence with a record in good standing 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:** $18.11 - $28.86/Hourly As part of their job offer, successful candidates are provided a specific rate, taking into consideration various factors including experience and education. Click here (for information on UPHS's Benefits. 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. REQNUMBER: 308565

Created: 2026-04-15