Uchc Mental Health Clinician III Per Diem - Uchc State Parole Board-Csl

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title UCHC Mental Health Clinician III Per Diem

• UCHC State Parole Board-CSL Job Category Staff & Executive

• Healthcare Department UCHC-State Parole Board-CSL Overview

University Correctional Health Care (UCHC), operating within Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is dedicated to excellence in providing physical, mental health, dental and sex offender treatment services to those involved in the criminal justice systems in New Jersey. UCHC operates with a total budget of $150 million and approximately 1,000 staff.

We are committed to being a leader in the delivery of effective, compassionate and accessible care informed by research within correctional environments.

We Care. We Teach. We Heal. We Improve.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766 and celebrating a milestone 250th anniversary in 2016, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 67,000 students and 22,000 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world.

Posting Summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care (UCHC) is seeking a Per Diem UCHC Mental Health Clinician III for CSL Parole Board, located in Trenton, New Jersey. Participates in the assessment of clinical needs of adult offenders sentenced to the New Jersey State Parole Board (NJSPB). Arrives at DSM IV multi-axial diagnoses with precision and accuracy by the end of the evaluation session. Develops treatment plans. Makes clinically based decisions regarding appropriateness for treatment, as well as preferred treatment modality. Assesses and makes referrals for higher levels of care, as appropriate.

Duties include:

• Provides individual assessment, as clinically indicated to assigned offenders. Provides crisis intervention services, group psycho-education and/or psychotherapy as assigned. Demonstrates competency in recognizing the unique needs and behaviors of adult offenders (ages 18 - 64 years), seniors (ages 65+ years) and their families

• Provide case administration services which include the development and implementation of treatment plans for assigned patients, and ongoing assessments and release/discharge planning

• Maintains appropriate inmate's clinical records in a timely manner, as mandated by RBHS policy.

Position Status Per Diem Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement

This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.

FLSA Nonexempt Grade 99H Position Salary $45.00/hr Annual Minimum Salary 0.000 Annual Mid Range Salary 0.000 Annual Maximum Salary 0.000 Standard Hours 40.00 Union Description Non-Union Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff

• 12 month Position Pension Eligibility PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Master's Degree in a social work or directly related mental health discipline.

• Valid Driver's License.

• Must possess own vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Special Conditions

Must be approved by the NJSPB and adhere to all NJSPB requirements

Posting Details

Posting Number 24ST1519 Posting Open Date Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Off Campus City Trenton State NJ Location Details

Trenton, NJ

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a Master's Degree in a social work or directly related mental health discipline?

• yes

• no

• Do you have a valid Driver's License and possess own vehicle to travel between sites?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application