CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT - MENTAL HEALTH

If you are looking to make an impact by helping others, then Preferred Behavioral Health Group is the place for you! By joining our award-winning team, you will become part of the premier behavioral health organization in New Jersey. PBHG is a dynamic and innovative non-profit organization that was proudly named one of "THE BEST PLACES TO WORK IN NEW JERSEY" for BOTH 2024 and 2025 by NJBIZ! Our mission is to change lives and save lives across the state of New Jersey through a Trauma Informed Care culture.

Our staff is at the core of everything we do. We are dedicated to building a diverse team where employees feel a sense of belonging and are valued for their individual contributions. We encourage staff development and embrace a growth mindset. If you are interested in pursuing an exciting and rewarding career while being part of a recognized “Best Place to Work”, please submit your resume today!

Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Program: Multiple programs throughout the organization

Location: 700 Airport Road, Lakewood New Jersey and 1500 Route 88, Brick New Jersey

Position Type: Part-Time

Hourly Range: $23.00 - $30.00

Position Summary

Preferred Behavioral Health Group is seeking a compassionate, organized, and service-oriented Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to support integrated outpatient care across our adult and children’s programs.

In keeping with Preferred’s commitment to meeting and exceeding service recipient expectations, the CMA plays an important role in delivering high-quality, coordinated, and seamless care. This position works as an extension of the medical team to support behavioral health, primary care, and specialty care coordination, while helping create a positive and professional experience for service recipients and families.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated CMA who values teamwork, integrated care, and making a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist prescribers during outpatient service delivery, including psychiatric evaluations and medication management appointments
• Obtain and document vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, height, weight, body mass index (BMI), and waist circumference, in the electronic health record
• Provide injections for psychiatric medications and substance use treatment medications including Medication-assisted-Treatment
• Support coordination of care across behavioral health, primary care, and specialty care services
• Secure medical records from outside providers by preparing and processing releases of information
• Develop knowledge of target populations and provide support responsive to their specialized needs
• Maintain accurate, timely, and professional documentation in the electronic record
• Contribute to a welcoming, organized, and efficient clinical environment
• Collaborate with medical and clinical staff to support continuity of care and service excellence

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Current Certified Medical Assistant credential in New Jersey required
• Experience in behavioral health is strongly preferred
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and diverse populations
• Commitment to professionalism, confidentiality, and person-centered care

Why Join Preferred Behavioral Health Group

At Preferred, you will be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving lives and strengthening communities. We value teamwork, compassion, clinical excellence, and integrated care, and we are committed to supporting staff who want to grow professionally while making a difference every day.

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