"Mental Health Clinician III"

Position Summary

Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Mental Health Clinician III in the 988 Lifeline Services – 988 Chat & Text Backup of Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.

The Mental Health Clinician III performs 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:

• Contributes to and supports goals and objectives of the Department and UBHC.
• Consistently behaves in accordance with established department and UBHC policies and procedures as observed by supervisor.
• Actively participates in and contributes to smooth functioning of the department and demonstrates initiative and flexibility regarding work assignments as observed by supervisor and administration feedback.
• Effectively contributes to and supports an environment that enhances the positive self-image of individuals served and preserves their human dignity as observed by supervisor.
• Maintains effective, open communication with members of the treatment team as evidenced by supervisory observation and team members' feedback.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Must possess a Master's Degree in mental health discipline and licensure to practice as required by New Jersey state laws governing the discipline.

Equipment Utilized

Telephone, Computer, Xerox Machine, and Fax Machine.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• 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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• 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