"Mental Health Clinician III"

Position Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Mental Health Clinician III for the Outpatient Program within Rutgers University Behavioral Healthcare.

Under direction, the primary purpose of the Mental Health Clinician III is to provide comprehensive evaluation, assessment and therapeutic intervention to address the psychological, emotional and social needs of individuals served by the unit. Duties include formulating evaluations, developing and implementing treatment plans, conducting individual, group, and family therapy and providing case management functions.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Consistently behaves in accordance with established department and UBHC policies and procedures as observed by supervisor.
• Consistently provides individual, group and family therapy based on sound clinical judgment as indicated by supervisory observation and feedback from individuals served, families and fellow team members.
• Formulates clinically appropriate evaluations consistent with Clinical Records standards in accordance with prescribed time as indicated by periodic record review.
• Participates meaningfully in supervision/consultation as demonstrated by integration of supervisory material in clinical practice as observed by supervisor.
• Actively participates in program development within program services, as observed by supervisor.
• Completes Employee Health Update as required.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Master's Degree in mental health discipline.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability to speak clearly and write/type proficiently is essential.
• Ability to implement universal precautions and safety precautions.
• Extended sitting is required to provide treatment and prepare clinical documentation.
• Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic).
• Subject to unpredictable situations and both medical and psychiatric crises.
• Possible exposure to patients exhibiting assaultive behaviors.
• Possible exposure to bloodborne pathogens that require use of personal protective equipment.
• May be exposed to varying or extreme temperatures.
• Individuals in community programs may be exposed to varied community environments and may be required to use personal vehicles for community outreaches within and outside the county.