Mental Health Specialist IV Per Diem (multiple vacancies)

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Per Diem Mental Health Specialist IV to support treatment programs for children in a school-based setting. The role involves teamwork, implementation of treatment plans, and direct engagement with children and their families to ensure a therapeutic environment. Ideal candidates will have relevant training or experience and a passion for mental health care.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Life insurance coverage

Employee and dependent educational benefits

Qualifications

• Completion of a one-year training program as a Mental Health Specialist Trainee.
• Experience in the mental health field.
• Preferred experience with children aged 4-21.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of treatment plans.
• Maintain therapeutic relationships and supervise children.
• Provide therapeutic activities and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Empathy

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Associate's Degree in a 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 Per Diem - Multiple Vacancies
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Medical and Patient Services
Department	UBHC-Outpatient Services-PISC
Overview
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Per Diem Mental Health Specialist IV for the Child & Adolescent Services - School Based Program within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care. The primary purpose of the Per Diem Mental Health Specialist IV is to participate as a member of the School Based Program's staff assisting with therapeutic and special education services to children. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary staff team implementing each child's treatment plan. Assists Special Education Teacher with educational services to children. Participates in the development of children's individual treatment plan. Maintains appropriate boundaries with children and families. Interacts with children and family members therapeutically with empathy and respect. Maintains cooperative and respectful working relations with co-workers. Assists in providing therapeutic activities. Provides ongoing supervision of children individually and in groups at arrival, dismissal, during lunch, and throughout the day. Observes children carefully and shares observations with other members of the staff team. Assists in maintaining a safe, clean, orderly, and therapeutic environment. Completes required clinical documentation thoroughly and on time.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	99H
Salary Details	A minimum of $19.70 per hour
Minimum Salary	00.00
Mid Range Salary	0.00
Maximum Salary	0.00
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	Per Diem
Working Hours (per week)
Standard Hours	19.00
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement
Union Description	Health Care Prof Per Diem
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	None

Qualifications

Computer Knowledge

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
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications	Previous experience with children (4 - 21 years). Classroom experience.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Employee must be physically active and be on feet most of the day. Duties may involve running and playing active games with children and adolescents (4 - 21 years). Following training, employee must be physically capable of safely providing personal restraint to agitated children. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Crowded and moderately noisy conditions with children, adolescents, and staff moving about.
Special Conditions	Must undergo criminal history background check at employee's expense, as required by NJ State Law.

Posting Details

Posting Number	24ST2611
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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