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Rutgers The State University Mental Health Clinician II UCHC ADTC in New Brunswick, New Jersey

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Recruitment/Posting Title Mental Health Clinician II UCHC ADTC
Job Category Staff & Executive - Healthcare
Department UCHC-Adult Diagnostic & Treatment
Overview
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.
Posting Summary
Rutgers University Correctional Health Care (UCHC) is seeking a Mental Health Clinician II for the Adult Diagnostic Treatment Center, located in Avenel, New Jersey. The Mental Health Clinician II completes specialized psychological testing and assessment of clinical needs of adult inmates sentenced to the Department of Corrections.Duties include:
  • 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.
  • Makes clinically based decisions regarding appropriateness for treatment, as well as preferred treatment modality.
  • Skilled in in providing group, individual and family therapies A
  • Assesses and makes referrals for higher levels of care, as appropriate. Recognizes the unique needs and behaviors of adult inmate/patients, seniors and their families.
Position Status Full Time
Hours Per Week 37.50
Daily Work Shift Day
Work Arrangement
This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.
FLSA Exempt
Grade 25S
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary 75848.00
Annual Mid Range Salary 91792.00
Annual Maximum Salary 107729.00
Standard Hours 37.50
Union Description CWA 1040
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility ABP
Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience
  • Master's Degree in Psychology or directly related mental health discipline, trained in psychological testing and measurement plus two (2) years post master's experience in mental health field or Doctorate in Psychology.
Certifications/Licenses
  • A valid driver's license is required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities


Preferred Qualifications
  • Licensure in mental health field (e.g.: Licensed Associate Counselor [LAC], Licensed Professional Counselor [LPC], Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor [LCADC]
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions
Must be approved by the Department of Corrections (DOC) and adhere to all DOC requirements
Posting Details

Posting Number 24ST2712
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus Off Campus
City Avenel
State NJ
Location Details
Adult Diagnostic Treatment Center located in Avenel, NJ
Pre-employment Screenings

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

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. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, p regnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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