"Screening Clinician"

Rutgers The State University is seeking a Screening Clinician in the Acute Psychiatric Services (APS) of Rutgers University Behavioral Healthcare.

The primary purpose of the Screening Clinician position is to perform psychiatric emergency services, screening, and screening outreach assessments as well as other mental health services. Demonstrates competence in providing generic crisis assessment of individuals of all ages (birth through 65+ years) and in determining the need for any additional professional consultation. Demonstrates competence in devising an appropriate intervention/disposition plan.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Provides an in-depth clinical assessment for all persons served.
• Identifies the appropriate level of care disposition from skill based knowledge of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) criteria, clinical expertise, and departmental criteria.
• Understands the impact of the person's age, cognitive functioning and developmental level.
• Involves person, family, significant other in developing a plan for disposition. Explains referral/disposition to person served in a clear and supportive fashion.
• Collaborates effectively with other staff members and referral sources.

Minimum Education and Experience: Master's Degree in a mental health related field from an accredited institution. One (1) year post-master, full time, professional experience in a psychiatric setting.

City: Piscataway

State: NJ