Per Diem Emergency Screening Clinician

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Rutgers University, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences, is seeking a Screening Clinician on the Acute Psychiatric Services team for per diem coverage. The role centers on psychiatric emergency services, screening, and outreach assessments for birth through 65+ years, including determining the need for consultation and crafting disposition plans.

The on-site position requires flexibility for off-hours shifts, including holidays and weekends, with compensation aligned to per diem university

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in a mental health related field from an accredited institution.
• One year post-master, full time, professional experience in a psychiatric setting.
• Candidate must be eligible to receive the New Jersey State Certification as a Mental Health Screener within one year of employment.
• Willingness to work off-hours in a 24/7 operation, including holidays and weekends.
• New Jersey licensure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides an in-depth clinical assessment for all persons served.
• Identifies the appropriate level of care disposition from DSM-5 criteria and clinical criteria.
• Understands the impact of the person’s age, cognitive functioning and developmental level.
• Involves person and family in developing a disposition plan and explains referrals clearly.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Crisis intervention

DSM-5 knowledge

Off-hours availability

Education

Master’s Degree in mental health field

NJ Certification eligibility within 1 year

Job description

Rutgers University, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences, is seeking a Screening Clinician on the Acute Psychiatric Services team for per diem coverage. The role centers on psychiatric emergency services, screening, and outreach assessments for birth through 65+ years, including determining the need for consultation and crafting disposition plans.

The on-site position requires flexibility for off-hours shifts, including holidays and weekends, with compensation aligned to per diem university