Per Diem Screening Clinician – Emergency Psychiatry

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation, holidays, and various*

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC) seeks a per diem Screening Clinician for the Acute Psychiatric Services (APS) Department. The primary purpose is to perform psychiatric emergency services, screening, and screening outreach assessments for individuals of all ages, and to devise an appropriate intervention/disposition plan.

The role requires a Master’s Degree in a mental health related field from an accredited institution, NJ state certification eligibility within one year, and a

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in a mental health related field from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Identifies the appropriate level of care disposition from DSM-5 criteria, clinical expertise, and departmental criteria.
• Involves person, family, significant other in developing a plan for disposition. Explains referral/disposition to person served in a clear and supportive fashion.
• Collaborates with medical staff to make the best assessment, provides highest quality care and develops an appropriate screening outcome.
• Maintains appropriate clinical records in a timely manner.
• Effectively contributes to and supports an environment that enhances the positive self-image of persons served and preserves their human dignity.
• Actively and enthusiastically participates and contributes to smooth functioning and operations of unit.

Education

Master’s Degree in a mental health related field

Job description

Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC) seeks a per diem Screening Clinician for the Acute Psychiatric Services (APS) Department. The primary purpose is to perform psychiatric emergency services, screening, and screening outreach assessments for individuals of all ages, and to devise an appropriate intervention/disposition plan.

The role requires a Master’s Degree in a mental health related field from an accredited institution, NJ state certification eligibility within one year, and a