Mental Health Clinician III

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 62,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC) seeks a Mental Health Clinician III for Addiction Services. The role provides evaluation, assessment and therapeutic interventions to address psychological, emotional, and social needs within a fully on-site setting.

Under supervision, you will conduct individual, group, and family therapy, develop treatment plans, and perform case management. Strong clinical records experience and adherence to standards are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in mental health discipline and licensure to practice as required by New Jersey state laws governing the discipline.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive evaluation, assessment and therapeutic intervention addressing psychological, emotional and social needs of individuals served.
• Formulate evaluations and develop/implement treatment plans.
• Conduct individual, group, and family therapy and provide case management functions.

Skills

LCADC

Education

Master’s Degree in mental health discipline

NJ state licensure to practice

Job description

Mental Health Clinician III

Position Details

Job Category: Staff & Executive - Healthcare

Department: UBHC - Addiction Services

FLSA: Exempt

Grade: 22S

Position Status: Full Time

Standard Hours: 37.50

Daily Work Shift: Day

Work Arrangement: This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description: HPAE 5094

Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment: Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility: ABP

Overview

Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC's 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education.

UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey. Services are readily accessible and include: inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach and case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school. Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers.

In FY2016, UBHC treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Mental Health Clinician III for the Addiction Services within Rutgers University Behavioral Healthcare. Under direction, the primary purpose of the Mental Health Clinician III is to provide comprehensive evaluation, assessment and therapeutic intervention to address the psychological, emotional and social needs of individuals served by the unit. Duties include formulating evaluations, developing and implementing treatment plans, conducting individual, group, and family therapy and providing case management functions.

• Contributes to and supports goals and objectives of the Department and UBHC.


• Under supervision, provides psychotherapeutic interventions/services in accordance with accepted professional and ethical standards of licensing/regulatory bodies and UBHC.


• Maintains the maintenance of clinical records in compliance with UBHC, The Joint Commission (TJC) and regulatory standards.


• Attends to professional self-development by remaining current in knowledge of trends and developments in mental health.


• Participates in development, implementation, and evaluation of programs.

Salary

Minimum Salary: 61512.000

Mid Range Salary: 73603.000

Maximum Salary: 87239.000

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

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Master's Degree in mental health discipline and licensure to practice as required by New Jersey state laws governing the discipline.

Certifications/Licenses

• Applicants possessing a degree in Social Work must have an active New Jersey certification/licensure as required by the State Board of Social Work.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• LCADC.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability to speak clearly and write/type proficiently is essential.


• Ability to implement universal precautions and safety precautions.


• Extended sitting is required to provide treatment and prepare clinical documentation.


• Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic).


• Subject to unpredictable situations and both medical and psychiatric crises.


• Possible exposure to patients exhibiting assaultive behaviors.


• Possible exposure to bloodborne pathogens that require use of personal protective equipment.


• May be exposed to varying or extreme temperatures.


• Individuals in community programs may be exposed to varied community environments and may be required to use personal vehicles for community outreaches within and outside the county.

Special Conditions

• This position requires drug screening upon hire and randomly throughout employment.

Posting Details

Posting Number: 26ST2032

Regional Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus: Off Campus

City: Plainfield

State: 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.

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, 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 please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement