Mental Health Clinician II UCHC GSYCF

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.

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care (UCHC) is seeking a Mental Health Clinician II for the Garden State Youth Correctional Facility, located in Yardville, NJ. The Mental Health Clinician II completes specialized psychological testing and assessment of clinical needs of adult inmates sentenced to the Department of Corrections. The role involves arriving at diagnoses with precision and accuracy by the end of psychological testing and the evaluation session;

developing treatment plans; and making clinically based decisions regarding appropriateness for treatment, as well as preferred treatment modality. The clinician should be skilled in providing group, individual and family therapies, assess and make referrals for higher levels of care, and recognize the unique needs and behaviors of adult inmate/patients, seniors and their families.

Grade: 25S

Salary Range: Minimum $78,503 – Mid Range $95,005 – Maximum $111,500

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• 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

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Clinical‑Counseling Psychology, or Forensic Psychology.
• Trained in psychological testing and measurement.
• Minimum of two (2) years post‑master’s experience, which may be substituted with a Doctorate in psychology.
• Valid Driver’s License and possession of own vehicle to travel between sites.

• Licensure in mental health field (e.g., Licensed Associate Counselor [LAC], Licensed Professional Counselor [LPC], Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor [LCADC])

This position requires a full onsite work arrangement. Must be approved by the Department of Corrections (DOC) and adhere to all DOC requirements.

Position Status: Full Time
Working Hours: 37.50
Daily

Work Shift:

Day
Union: CWA 1040
Terms of Appointment: Staff – 12 month
Pension Eligibility: ABP

Location: Garden State Youth Correctional Facility, Yardville, NJ
Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) – Off Campus

Posting Number: 26ST0348

• * Do you have a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Clinical‑Counseling Psychology, or Forensic Psychology?
  • yes
  • no
• * Do you have a valid driver's license and possess a vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you trained in psychological testing and measurement?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have licensure in a mental health field (e.g., LAC, LPC, LCADC)?

  (Open ended question)

• Resume/CV
• Certifications/Lice…