Forensic Mental Health Clinician UCHC NJSP

Rutgers University; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance coverage

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University is seeking a Forensic Mental Health Clinician for the New Jersey State Prison in Trenton. The clinician will be responsible for administering psychological assessments and providing crisis intervention and psychotherapy to adult inmates.

Qualified candidates must possess a Ph.D., Psy.D., or Ed.D. in Psychology, be licensed in New Jersey, and have at least two years of relevant experience. The position offers benefits including medical coverage, paid leave, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in a behavioral health or related setting.
• Training in psychological testing.
• Licensed as a practicing Psychologist in New Jersey.

Responsibilities

• Administer psychological testing and evaluations.
• Provide crisis intervention and psychotherapy.
• Develop treatment plans with inmates and staff.
• Manage treatment coordination and case records.

Skills

Psychological testing

Crisis intervention

Individual and group psychotherapy

Case management

Education

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

Job description

Forensic Mental Health Clinician UCHC NJSP

University Correctional Health Care (UCHC), operating within Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is dedicated to providing comprehensive health services to individuals involved in the criminal justice system in New Jersey. UCHC employs approximately 1,000 staff and operates on a total budget of $150 million.

Overview

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care (UCHC) seeks a Forensic Mental Health Clinician for the New Jersey State Prison in Trenton, NJ. The Clinician reports to the Clinician Supervisor and performs specialized psychological testing and assessment of clinical needs for adult inmates sentenced to the Department of Corrections.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer psychological testing and evaluation sessions to arrive at DSM‑IV diagnoses with precision and accuracy.
• Provide crisis intervention, individual and group psychotherapy, and psycho‑education programming as clinically indicated to assigned inmates.
• Involve inmates and Department of Corrections staff in developing achievable and understandable psychosocial treatment plans.
• Advocate for appropriate resources for inmates based on assessed needs.
• Manage caseload demands effectively while balancing quality of care and security requirements.
• Assume overall case‑management responsibilities, coordinate treatment, liaise with community agencies, and maintain inmate records.
• Demonstrate competency in psychological testing and recognize the unique needs and behaviors of adult inmates and seniors.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience:

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

Certifications / Licenses

• Licensed as a practicing Psychologist in New Jersey (or possess an unrestricted permit to practice psychology in New Jersey) by the New Jersey Board of Psychological Examiners.
• Valid driver’s license and ownership of a vehicle to travel between sites.

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

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, 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 encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information, see the Non‑Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement.