Mental Health Specialist II Per Diem; Positions

Position: Mental Health Specialist II Per Diem (Multiple Positions)
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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Mental Health Specialist II Per Diem (Multiple Positions) Job Category Staff & Executive - Healthcare Department UBHC - Emergency Screening Psy Overview

Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC's 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education. UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey.

Services are readily accessible and include: inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach and case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school.

Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers. In FY2016, UBHC treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Mental Health Specialist II in the Emergency Screening in the Acute Psychiatric Services (APS) - Piscataway of Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.

Under the supervision of the Program Coordinator, will provide services which support the delivery of clinical services in the Unit.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

* Takes primary responsibility for answering telephone calls from consumers.

* Documents all telephone calls in the Acute Psychiatric Services (APS) telephone log or Electronic Medical Record (EMR).

* Maintains confidentiality of information in accordance with Rutgers UBHC policy, University policy, Joint Commission standards and the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) requirements.

* Refers consumer calls to a clinician as directed by the Program Coordinator.

* Conducts initial triage of consumers and families when they arrive onsite five (5) minutes after arrival and provides immediate report to the Program Coordinator.

FLSA Nonexempt Grade 99H Salary Details 25.30 Minimum Salary 15.92 Mid Range Salary 50.00 Maximum Salary 150.00 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.

Benefits

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 Per Diem Working Hours 19 Standard Hours 19.00 Daily Work Shift Evening Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description Teamster Per Diem Payroll Designation People Soft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility None

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

* Bachelor's Degree in a mental health-related field or four (4) years of full-time experience in a mental health field. Equivalent education, experience and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirement.

Certifications/Licenses

* Valid driver's license.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Must possess adequate written and verbal skills to perform the job duties.

* Ability to document in an Electronic Medical Record and in Microsoft Word.

* Ability to work weekends, holidays and off hours.

Preferred Qualifications

* One (1) year of experience in an inpatient or crisis setting preferred.

* Ability to enter information into a database and to use the Rutgers UBHC registration software to enter needed information with accuracy is preferred.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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