UCHC Forensic Mental Health Clinician (Psychologist) SWSP

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Dec 23, 2024

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	UCHC Forensic Mental Health Clinician (Psychologist) SWSP
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Other
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 and juvenile justice systems in New Jersey. UCHC operates with a total budget of $150 million and approximately 1,100 staff serving roughly 20,500 inmates in twelve adult correctional facilities, 400 residents in fourteen JJC locations, and 1,000 individuals in ten state parole board offices. 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
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. Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Doctorate Degree in Psychology, trained in psychological testing and measurement. Note: Psychologists at a Master's level with experience at testing are eligible at a Mental Health Clinician II level. The duties would otherwise be comparable to this position
Certifications/Licenses	Requires an unrestricted permit to practice psychology in New Jersey (license) by the New Jersey Board of Psychological Examiner.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Computer literacy. Ability to communicate clearly.
Preferred Qualifications	Doctorate Degree in Psychology, experience and training in psychological testing and measurement. Note: Psychologists at a Master's Level with experience in testing, are eligible for Mental Health Clinician II positions. The duties would otherwise be comparable to this position. Please see the Rutgers Job Board for any potential openings for UCHC Mental Health Clinician II.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions	Must be approved by the Department of Corrections ( DOC) and adheres to all DOC requirements

Posting Details

Posting Number	23ST0979
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

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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.

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