Mental Health Specialist IV (part time)

Davita Inc.; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Part-Time Mental Health Specialist IV to provide care and supervision for children in a transitional residence. This role focuses on supporting children's daily routines, implementing therapeutic activities, and fostering positive behaviors in a nurturing environment. The successful candidate will play a vital part in ensuring the well-being and development of children under care, contributing to their therapeutic journey.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Employee educational benefits

Qualifications

• Completion of a one-year training program as a Mental Health Specialist Trainee.
• CPR/First Aid certification within six months of hire.
• Experience with children aged 5-11 is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises daily activities of children in the transitional residence.
• Implements therapeutic activities tailored to children's needs.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment.

Skills

Supervision

Behavioral reinforcement

Communication

Education

Associate's Degree in human services or related field

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

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.

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.

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Recruitment/Posting Title	Mental Health Specialist IV (part time)
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Medical and Patient Services
Department	UBHC-Controller-PISC
Overview
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Part-Time Mental Health Specialist IV for the Child & Adolescent Services - Children's Transitional Residence within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care. The primary purpose of the Part-Time Mental Health Specialist IV is to provide daily care and supervision to children residing in the Children's Transitional Residence. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Supervises daily activities, such as personal care routines, meals and transportation to and from school or medical appointments. Implements recreational and therapeutic activities and trips appropriate to the children's age, abilities, and therapeutic needs. Provides behavioral reinforcement, positive role-modeling and feedback to children to encourage more adaptive and prosocial behaviors. Documents all unit activities in unit and communication logs. Communicates effectively with other specialists as well as education, clinical and administrative staff. Assists in maintaining a clean, secure, and nurturing environment. Completes on-going sanitary and safety inspection of the residence.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	147
Salary Details	$20.45 per hour
Minimum Salary	21.180
Mid Range Salary	21.680
Maximum Salary	22.330
Offer Information
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes: 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 Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Position Status	Part Time
Working Hours (per week)
Standard Hours	40.00
Daily Work Shift	Evening
Work Arrangement
Union Description	Teamsters 97
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	PERS

Qualifications

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Employee must be physically active and be on feet most of the day. Duties may involve bending and lifting objects up to 25 lbs., running and playing active games with children and adolescents (ages 5 - 11 years) and driving minivans or other vehicles. Following training, employee must be physically capable of safely providing personal restraints to agitated children (ages 5 - 11 years).

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Crowded and moderately noisy conditions with children and staff moving about.

Minimum Education and Experience	Successful completion of a one (1) year training program as a Mental Health Specialist Trainee or one (1) year of similar full-time experience in the mental health field. An Associate's Degree, preferably in a related field, including 12 credits in human services such as psychology or its equivalent, may be substituted for the minimum requirements of this position.
Certifications/Licenses	CPR certification/First Aid certification or qualify to obtain within six (6) months of hire. Valid driver's license.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications	Previous experience with children (ages 5-11 years).
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST0529
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Piscataway (RBHS)
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
Location Details

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