Mental Health Specialist II - Multiple Vacancies

Rutgers University; Newark (NJ); Presencial; USD 29.000 - 61.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discount programs

Descripción de la vacante

Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC) seeks a Mental Health Specialist II for the Crisis Receiving Stabilization Center (CRSC) in Newark. You will support clinical services, triage calls, and ensure accurate documentation in a fast-paced, on-site setting.

The role requires four years of related experience or a Bachelor's in a mental health field, plus a valid driver’s license. Rotating shifts, Union Teamsters 97, and comprehensive benefits are included.

Formación

• Four (4) years of relevant full-time paid experience in a mental health field OR a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must possess adequate written and verbal skills and documentation ability.
• Experience in crisis or inpatient settings is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Answer telephone calls from consumers and triage.
• Perform initial triage within five minutes of arrival and report to the Program Manager.
• Complete required documentation and adhere to handoff protocols.
• Manage telephone calls from other facilities and emergency rooms; provide information to staff.
• Assist consumers and/or families with registration paperwork as required.
• Support Duty to Warn notifications in coordination with the Program Manager.
• Maintain a respectful, professional environment for all clients and staff.

Conocimientos

Written communication

Verbal communication

Documentation

Educación

Bachelor's degree in mental health or related field

Herramientas

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Microsoft Word

Registration software

Descripción del empleo

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title: Mental Health Specialist II - Multiple Vacancies

Job Category: Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Medical and Patient Services

Department: UBHC - CRSC Newark

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 Specialist II for the Crisis Receiving Stabilization Center (CRSC) within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care. The primary purpose of the Mental Health Specialist II is to provide services which support the delivery of clinical services in the Unit.

• Takes primary responsibility for answering telephone calls from consumers.
• Conducts initial triage of consumers and families when they arrive onsite five (5) minutes after arrival and provides immediate report to the Program Manager.
• Completes all required documentation and conforms to handoff protocol prior to going off shift.
• Manages telephone calls from other facilities and emergency rooms and provides information to the Program Manager and clinical staff.
• Assists consumers and/or families in the completion of registration paperwork as required.
• Assists the Program Manager in implementing Duty to Warn requirements for notifying the Chief of Police in the area in which a consumer resides.
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all consumers, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment.

Employment Details

FLSA: Nonexempt

Grade: 187

Position Status: Full Time

Working Hours: Mon-Friday multiple rotating shifts, every other weekend and holidays

Standard Hours: 40.00

Daily Work Shift: Rotating

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

Union Description: Teamsters 97

Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment: Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility: PERS

Salary and Benefits

Salary Details: maximum salary is $60,866

Minimum Salary: 29.160

Mid Range Salary: 29.660

Maximum Salary: 30.550

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: Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• 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

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Frequent prolonged sitting. Observe, converses with patient. Frequent talking and listening in groups as well as on the telephone. Frequently walks, bends, stretches, and pulls. Manual dexterity and mobility for charting. Drives to offsite work locations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Varied work settings include office and community setting. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases. Subject to varying and unpredictable situations. Handles emergency or crisis situations. May be exposed to clients exhibiting assaultive or aggressive behaviors. Generally pleasant working conditions in a clean, well-lighted, and quiet to moderately loud setting.

Special Conditions

• Ability to work weekends, holidays and off hours.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience: Four (4) years of relevant full-time paid experience (part time and/or per diem experience may be substituted for the full-time equivalent) in a mental health field or a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant mental health, social or human services field.

Certifications and Licenses

• Valid driver's license.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must possess adequate written and verbal skills to perform the job duties.
• Ability to document in an Electronic Medical Record and in Microsoft Word.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience in an inpatient or crisis setting.
• Ability to enter information into a database and to use the Rutgers UBHC registration software to enter needed information with accuracy.

Posting Details

Posting Number: 26ST1931

Regional Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus: Newark (RBHS)

City: Newark

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