Mental Health Clinician III UCHC SWSP

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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 Full Time Mental Health Clinician III to work at the Southwoods State Prison, located in Bridgenton, New Jersey. The Mental Health Clinician III participates in the assessment of clinical needs of adult inmates sentenced to the Department of Corrections.

• Arrives at DSM V multi-axial diagnoses with precision and accuracy by the end of the evaluation sessions.
• Makes clinically based decisions regarding appropriateness for treatment, as well as preferred treatment modality.
• Provides crisis intervention services, group psychotherapy and psycho-education as assigned.
• Provides 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.

FLSA Exempt

Grade

Grade 22S

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

Mid Range Salary

Maximum Salary

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status

Position Status Full Time

Working Hours

Working Hours 37.50

Standard Hours

Standard Hours 37.50

Daily Work Shift

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.

Union Description

Union Description CWA 1040

Payroll Designation

Payroll Designation People Soft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

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