Forensic Mental Health Clinician UCHC GSYCF

Forensic Mental Health Clinician UCHC GSYCFBelow you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. Recruitment/Posting Title Forensic Mental Health Clinician UCHC GSYCFJob Category Staff & Executive - Medical (Clinical) Department 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 Garden State Youth Correctional Facility, located in Yardville, 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. 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 seniorsFLSAExemptGradeGrade 28SSalary Details Minimum Salary 92001.000 Mid Range Salary 111630.000 Maximum Salary 131265.000 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.