Mental Health Clinician II Per Diem UCHC NSP

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting

Title:

Mental Health Clinician II Per Diem UCHC NSP

Job Category:
Staff & Executive - Medical (Clinical)

Department: UCHC-Northern State-Outpatient

University Correctional Health Care (UCHC), operating within Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is dedicated to excellence in providing physical, mental health, dental and sex offender treatment services to those involved in the criminal justice systems in New Jersey. UCHC operates with a total budget of $150 million and approximately 1,000 staff.

We are committed to being a leader in the delivery of effective, compassionate and accessible care informed by research within correctional environments.

We Care. We Teach. We Heal. We Improve.

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care (UCHC) is seeking a Per Diem Mental Health Clinician II for Northern State Prison, located in Newark, NJ. The Mental Health Clinician II completes specialized psychological testing and assessment of clinical needs of adult inmates sentenced to the Department of Corrections. The Mental Health Clinician II completes specialized psychological testing and assessment of clinical needs of adults sentenced to the Department of Corrections;

arrives at diagnoses with precision and accuracy by the end of psychological testing and the evaluation session; develops treatment plans; and makes clinically based decisions regarding appropriateness for treatment, as well as preferred treatment modality. The Mental Health Clinician II should be skilled in providing group, individual and family therapies. Assesses and makes referrals for higher levels of care, as appropriate;

and recognizes the unique needs and behaviors of adult inmate/patients, seniors and their families.

FLSA:
Nonexempt

Grade: 99H

Salary Details: $50.00/hr

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discounts programs

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Position Status:
Per Diem

Working Hours:

19

Standard

Hours:

37.50

Daily

Work Shift:

Day

Work Arrangement:
This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.

Union

Description:

Non-Union

Payroll Designation:
Banner

Terms of Appointment:
Staff - 12 month

Minimum Education and Experience

• Minimum of a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Clinical-Counseling Psychology, or Forensic Psychology.
• Trained in psychological testing and measurement.
• Minimum of two (2) years post master's experience, which may be substituted with a Doctorate in psychology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensure in mental health field (e.g.:
  Licensed Associate Counselor [LAC], Licensed Professional Counselor [LPC], Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor [LCADC])

Special Conditions

Must be approved by the Department of Corrections (DOC) and adhere to all DOC requirements.

• Posting Number: 25ST1480
• Regional Campus:
  Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
• Home Location Campus:
  Off Campus
• City:
  Newark
• State: NJ
• Location Details:
  Northern State Prison, located in Newark, NJ

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying.

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