Mental Health Specialist III - Part-Time

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC) is seeking a part-time Mental Health Specialist III for the Acute Psychological Services department in Rutgers UBHC. The role participates as a unit team member, supporting patient care across age groups, and demonstrates leadership by assisting the Staff Nurse with assignments and staff orientation.

The position involves maintaining a safe therapeutic environment, supporting activities of daily living, and monitoring patient behavior and

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of relevant full-time paid experience in the mental health field or one (1) year of full-time paid experience in a mental health field with college major in a relevant field, plus specified credits.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in a mental health, social work, psychology, or related field as part of the minimum requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist Staff Nurse with assignments, orientation of new staff and patient groups.
• Assist in planning patient care and monitoring patient behaviors.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment respecting patient rights.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and encourage independence.
• Monitor patient meals and interactions on unit and in cafeteria.
• Support staff in managing patient groups and routines.
• Observe milieu changes and communication with patients and visitors.

Job description

Mental Health Specialist III - Part-Time

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

Department UBHC - Acute Psychological Ser

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 part-time Mental Health Specialist III for the Acute Psych Services Department within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.

The primary purpose of the part-time Mental Health Specialist III is to participate as a member of the unit team providing care for all age groups in accordance with facility policy and procedure. Demonstrates leadership skills and assists the Staff Nurse with staff assignments, orientation of new staff and formulation of patient groups.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Assists the Staff Nurse with MHS IV assignments, orientation of new staff and formulation of patient groups when required.
• Assists the Staff Nurse in planning patient care.
• Observes patient’s behaviors and when necessary notifies appropriate staff.
• Assists in maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment that respects patients’ rights.
• Assists the patients with activities of daily living, encouraging independent behavior, when appropriate.
• Assists patients and observes patients during mealtimes in the cafeteria and on the unit.
• Monitors the milieu for changes in patient behavior. Also, observes interaction between patients and visitors.

FLSA

FLSA Nonexempt

Grade

Grade 177

Salary Details

Minimum Salary 27.550

Mid Range Salary 28.050

Maximum Salary 28.890

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

Part Time

Working Hours

20

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

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Three (3) years of relevant full-time paid experience in the mental health field or one (1) year of full-time paid experience (part time and/or per diem experience may be substituted for the full-time equivalent) in a mental health field along with at least two (2) years of college majoring in a relevant mental health, social or human services field, including twenty-four (24) verified credits in a relevant mental health, social or human services field, such as psychology, social work, counseling or three (3) years of college majoring in a relevant mental health, social or human services field, including thirty-six (36) verified credits in a relevant mental health, social or human services field, such as psychology, social work, counseling.

Certifications/Licenses

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS : Position requires standing 2/3 of the time, walking to 2/3 of the time, requires sitting 1/3 of the time, use of hands to finger, handle or feel 2/3 of the time, reach with hands and arms, 1/3 of the time, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl 1/3 of the time, talk or hear over 2/3 of the time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT : Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic.) Subject to unpredictable situations, patient crises, both medical and psychiatric. Occasionally exposed to patients exhibiting assaultive behaviors. Exposure to bloodborne pathogens that requires use of personal protective equipment. May be exposed to varying or extreme temperatures.

Posting Number

26ST1254

Regional Campus

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Piscataway (RBHS)

City

Piscataway

State

NJ

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have three (3) years of relevant full-time paid experience in the mental health field or one (1) year of full-time paid experience (part time and/or per diem experience may be substituted for the full-time equivalent) in a mental health field along with at least two (2) years of college majoring in a relevant mental health, social or human services field, including twenty-four (24) verified credits in a relevant mental health, social or human services field, such as psychology, social work, counseling or three (3) years of college majoring in a relevant mental health, social or human services field, including thirty-six (36) verified credits in a relevant mental health, social or human services field, such as psychology, social work, counseling?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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