Forensic Mental Health Clinician UCHC GSYCF

Rutgers University; Hamilton Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discount

Job summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care (UCHC) invites applications for a Forensic Mental Health Clinician at Garden State Youth Correctional Facility in Yardville, NJ. The clinician will conduct psychological testing and provide therapy to adult inmates under the Department of Corrections.

Requires doctoral degree in psychology, New Jersey license, and at least two years of relevant experience; valid driver's license; onsite work; full-time, 37.5 hours; competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Ph.D., Psy.D., or Ed.D. in Psychology with relevant experience in psychological testing.
• Minimum two years’ experience in behavioral health care or related setting.
• Must be licensed or hold an unrestricted permit to practice psychology in New Jersey.

Responsibilities

• Performs specialized psychological testing and assessment of clinical needs of adult inmates.
• Provides crisis intervention, individual and group psychotherapy and psycho-education as indicated to inmates.
• Develops psychosocial treatment plans with inmates and corrections staff.
• Advocates for resources based on assessed needs.
• Manages caseload with regard to quality of care and security needs.
• Coordinates treatment and liaises with community agencies; maintains inmate records.
• Demonstrates competency in psychological testing and understanding of inmate needs.

Education

Ph.D., Psy.D., Ed.D. in Psychology

Job description

Forensic Mental Health Clinician UCHC GSYCF

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Recruitment/Posting Title

Forensic Mental Health Clinician UCHC GSYCF

Job Category

Staff & Executive - Medical (Clinical)

Department

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.
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Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766 and celebrating a milestone 250th anniversary in 2016, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 67,000 students and 22,000 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world.

Posting Summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care ( UCHC ) is seeking a Forensic Mental Health Clinician for Garden State Youth Correctional Facility, located in Yardville, NJ. Reporting to the Clinician Supervisor, the Forensic Mental Health Clinician completes specialized psychological testing and assessment of clinical needs of adult inmates sentenced to the Department of Corrections.

• Arrives at DSM IV diagnoses with precision and accuracy through psychological testing and evaluation sessions.
• Provides crisis intervention, individual and group psychotherapy and psycho-education programming as clinically indicated to assigned inmates.
• Involves inmates and Department of Corrections staff in developing achievable and understandable psychosocial treatment plans.
• Advocates for appropriate resources for inmates based on assessed needs.
• Manages caseload demands effectively while considering both qualities of care and the security needs of the Department of Corrections.
• Assumes overall case management responsibilities for assigned inmates including coordination of treatment and liaison with community agencies; maintains appropriate inmate records.
• Demonstrates competency in psychological testing and in recognizing the unique needs and behaviors of adult inmates and seniors

FLSA

Exempt

Grade

Grade 28S

Salary Details

Minimum Salary 92001.000

Mid Range Salary 111630.000

Maximum Salary 131265.000

Offer Information

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.

Benefits

• 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 (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status

Full Time

Working Hours

37.50

Standard Hours

37.50

Daily Work Shift

Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.

Union Description

CWA 1040

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

ABP

Qualifications

• Ph.D., Psy.D., Ed.D. in Psychology with relevant experience that includes training in psychological testing and minimum of two (2) years’ experience, including graduate training, working in a behavioral health care or related setting.

Certifications/Licenses

• Must be licensed in the State of New Jersey as a practicing Psychologist or possess an unrestricted permit to practice psychology in New Jersey (license) by the New Jersey Board of Psychological Examiners.
• Valid Driver’s License. Must possess own vehicle to travel between sites.

• * Do you have a Ph.D., Psy.D., Ed.D. in Psychology with relevant experience that includes training in psychologicaltesting and minimum of two (2) years’ experience, including graduate training, working in a behavioral health care or relatedsetting?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a unrestricted permit to practice psychology in New Jersey (licensed) by the New Jersey Board of Psychological Examiners?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a valid driver's license and possess a vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Certifications/Licenses

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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