Forensic Mental Health Clinician UCHC NSP

Rutgers University; The Ironbound (NJ); On-site; USD 92,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation, holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care (UCHC) is seeking a Forensic Mental Health Clinician for Northern State Prison in Newark, New Jersey. The clinician will perform specialized psychological testing and assess adult inmates’ clinical needs, reporting to the Clinician Supervisor.

Key duties include diagnosing with DSM-based evaluations, providing crisis intervention, individual and group psychotherapy, and coordinating treatment with community agencies while maintaining inmate records.

Qualifications

• Ph.D./Psy.D./Ed.D. in Psychology with training in psychological testing and minimum of two (2) years’ experience in behavioral health care or related setting.
• Must be licensed in New Jersey as a practicing Psychologist or hold an unrestricted permit to practice psychology in NJ.
• Must have a valid driver's license and own vehicle to travel between sites.

Responsibilities

• Arrive at DSM IV diagnoses with precision and accuracy through psychological testing and evaluation sessions.
• Provide crisis intervention, individual and group psychotherapy and psycho-education as clinically indicated.
• Manage caseload effectively considering quality of care and security needs.
• Assume overall case management for assigned inmates, including treatment coordination and liaison with community agencies; maintain records.
• Demonstrate competency in psychological testing and understand the needs of adult inmates and seniors.

Skills

NJ license

Psych testing

Driver's license

Education

Ph.D./Psy.D./Ed.D. in Psychology with testing training and 2+ yrs exp

Job description

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, 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.

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care ( UCHC ) is seeking a Forensic Mental Health Clinician for Northern State Prison, located in Newark, New Jersey. 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.
Among the key duties for this position are the following:

• 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

FLSA Exempt

Grade

Grade 28S

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary 92001.000

Mid Range Salary 111630.000

Maximum Salary

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

Position Pension Eligibility

ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• 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.

Special Conditions

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

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.

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