Forensic Mental Health Clinician UCHC SWSP

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Company: Rutgers University

Location: Bridgeton, NJ 08302

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Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title
Forensic Mental Health Clinician UCHC SWSP

Job Category
Staff & Executive - Medical (Clinical)

Department
UCHC-South Woods-Outpatient

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 Forensic Mental Health Clinician for the Southwoods State Prison located in Bridgeton, NJ. Reporting to the Clinician Supervisor, the Forensic Mental Health Clinician completes specialized psychological testing and assessment of clinical needs of adult inmates sentenced to the Department of Corrections.

Among the key duties for this position are the following:
  • Arrives at DSM IV diagnoses with precision and accuracy through psychological testing and evaluation sessions.
  • Provides crisis intervention, individual and group psychotherapy and psycho-education programming as clinically indicated to assigned inmates.
  • Involves inmates and Department of Corrections staff in developing achievable and understandable psychosocial treatment plans.
  • Advocates for appropriate resources for inmates based on assessed needs.
  • Manages caseload demands effectively while considering both qualities of care and the security needs of the Department of Corrections.
  • Assumes overall case management responsibilities for assigned inmates including coordination of treatment and liaison with community agencies; maintains appropriate inmate records.
  • Demonstrates competency in psychological testing and in recognizing the unique needs and behaviors of adult inmates and seniors


Position Status
Full Time

Hours Per Week
37.50

Daily Work Shift
Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.

FLSA
Exempt

Grade
28S

Position Salary

Annual Minimum Salary
88890.00

Annual Mid Range Salary
107855.00

Annual Maximum Salary
126826.00

Standard Hours
37.50

Union Description
CWA 1040

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
ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience
  • Ph.D., Psy.D., Ed.D. in Psychology with relevant experience that includes training in psychological testing and minimum of two (2) years' experience, including graduate training, working in a behavioral health care or related setting.


Certifications/Licenses
  • Must be licensed in the State of New Jersey as a practicing Psychologist or possess an unrestricted permit to practice psychology in New Jersey (license) by the New Jersey Board of Psychological Examiners.
  • Valid Driver's License. Must possess own vehicle to travel between sites.


Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Special Conditions

Must be approved by the Department of Corrections (DOC) and adhere to all DOC requirements

Posting Details

Posting Number
25ST0196

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus
Off Campus

City
Bridgeton

State
NJ

Location Details

Southwoods State Prison, located in Bridgeton, 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

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