"Psychologist (Permit)"

Position Summary

Rutgers The State University is seeking a Psychologist in the Technical Assistant Center within Rutgers University Behavioral Healthcare. Under direction, the primary purpose of the Psychologist position is to provide therapeutic interventions for the psychological and social needs of individuals served. Supports the integration of evidence-based practices and provide therapeutic interventions based upon the principles of wellness and recovery.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Under supervision, provides direct care, psychotherapeutic interventions/services in accordance with UBHC program/unit policies, accreditation standards, licensing regulations and billing requirements.
• Provides person centered direct care services to individuals with Best Practices Interventions.
• As required by the program, administers high level, specialized, diagnostic psychological testing, evaluations and/or written comprehensive assessment reports as clinically indicated in a timely fashion as observed by supervisor and offers feedback to individuals served and members of the clinical team as needed.
• Spends appropriate percentage of time providing direct services as determined by unit.
• Effectively manages caseload demands including crises.

Minimum Education and Experience

Ph.D., Psy.D., Ed.D. in Psychology.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Extensive sitting, standing, talking, listening, reading, and walking. Lifting requirements vary based on program.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: A Moderate noise. Subject to unpredictable situations and both medical and psychiatric crises. Possible exposure to individuals exhibiting assaultive behaviors. Possible exposure to bloodborne pathogens that require use of personal protective equipment. May be exposed to varying and extreme temperatures. Individuals in community programs may be exposed to varied community environments.

About Rutgers University

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national public research university and the state's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Rutgers is dedicated to teaching that meets the highest standards of excellence; to conducting research that breaks new ground; and to turning knowledge into solutions for local, national, and global communities. As it was at our founding in 1766, the heart of our mission is preparing students to become productive members of society and good citizens of the world. Rutgers teaches across the full educational spectrum: preschool to precollege; undergraduate to graduate and postdoctoral; and continuing education for professional and personal advancement. Rutgers is New Jersey's land-grant institution and one of the nation's foremost research universities, and as such, we educate, make discoveries, serve as an engine of economic growth, and generate ideas for improving people's lives.

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