Mental Health Clinician III UCHC SWSP

Rutgers University; Bridgeton (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vacation and leave programs

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Job summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care (UCHC) seeks a Full Time Mental Health Clinician III to serve at Southwoods State Prison in Bridgeton, NJ. The clinician assesses inmate mental health needs and determines appropriate treatment paths within a correctional setting.

Key duties include DSM V diagnoses, crisis intervention, group therapy, and treatment planning with ongoing assessments and discharge planning. On-site records must be maintained per RBHS policies.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work required.
• Licensure in Social Work (LSW) required.
• Valid Driver’s License and own vehicle to travel between sites.
• Must be approved by the Department of Corrections (DOC) and adhere to DOC requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assess clinical needs of adult inmates and determine appropriate treatment modalities.
• Conduct DSM V multi-axial diagnostic evaluations.
• Provide crisis intervention, group psychotherapy and psycho-education as assigned.
• Develop and implement treatment plans; perform ongoing assessments and discharge planning.
• Maintain inmate clinical records in a timely, policy-compliant manner.

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Job description

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

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.

Posting Summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care ( UCHC ) is seeking a Full Time Mental Health Clinician III to work at the Southwoods State Prison, located in Bridgenton, New Jersey. The Mental Health Clinician III participates in the assessment of clinical needs of adult inmates sentenced to the Department of Corrections.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Arrives at DSM V multi-axial diagnoses with precision and accuracy by the end of the evaluation sessions.
• Makes clinically based decisions regarding appropriateness for treatment, as well as preferred treatment modality.
• Provides crisis intervention services, group psychotherapy and psycho-education as assigned.
• Provides case administration services which include the development and implementation of treatment plans for assigned patients, and ongoing assessments and release/discharge planning.
• Maintains appropriate inmate’s clinical records in a timely manner, as mandated by RBHS policy.

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Grade

Grade 01S

Salary Details

Minimum Salary 70072.000

Mid Range Salary 84446.500

Maximum Salary 98821.000

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

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Social Work

Certifications/Licenses

• Valid Driver’s License. Must possess own vehicle to travel between sites.
• Licensure in Social Work ( LSW )

Special Conditions

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

Posting Number

26ST1283

Regional Campus

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Off Campus

City

Bridgeton

State

NJ

Location Details

Southwoods State Prison, located in Bridgeton, 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

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. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation with regard to your access to and/or your participation in the application and selection processes (for example, the online application process or interviews), please call 848-932-3973 or e-mail us .

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the State of New Jersey?
  • 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

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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