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Mental Health Specialist IV - Part Time - Multiple Vacancies

Rutgers University

Position Details

Position Information


Recruitment/Posting Title
Mental Health Specialist IV - Part Time - Multiple Vacancies


Job Category
Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Medical and Patient Services


Department
UBHC - Inpatient/CTR


Overview


Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC's 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education. UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey. Services are readily accessible and include: inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach and case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school. Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers. In FY2016, UBHC treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year.

Posting Summary


Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is seeking a part-time Mental Health Specialist IV in the Child & Adolescent Services - Children's Transitional Residence of Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.

The primary purpose of the part-time Mental Health Specialist IV is to provide daily care and supervision to children residing in the Children's Transitional Residence.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

  • Provides direct supervision to children (ages 5-11 years) residing in the Children's Transitional Residence.
  • Supervises daily activities, such as personal care routines, meals and transportation to and from school or medical appointments.
  • Implements recreational and therapeutic activities and trips appropriate to the children's age, abilities, and therapeutic needs.
  • Provides behavioral reinforcement, positive role-modeling and feedback to children to encourage more adaptive and pro-social behaviors.
  • Monitors children for a 24-hour day program, including overnight visual checks. e. Intervenes effectively to maintain safety and security for children in crisis by using both verbal and physical crisis intervention strategies.
  • Documents all unit activities in unit and communication logs.
  • Assists in maintaining a clean, secure, and nurturing environment.
FLSA
Nonexempt


Grade
147


Salary Details

Minimum Salary
21.940


Mid Range Salary
22.440


Maximum Salary
23.110


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.

Benefits


Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
  • Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
  • Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
  • Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Employee discount programs
Position Status
Part Time


Working Hours
20


Standard Hours
40.00


Daily Work Shift
Evening


Work Arrangement


This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description
Teamsters 97


Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft


Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month


Position Pension Eligibility
PERS

Qualifications


Minimum Education and Experience
  • Successful completion of a one (1) year training program as a Mental Health Specialist Trainee or one (1) year of similar full-time paid experience (part time and/or per diem experience may be substituted for the full-time equivalent). At least two (2) years of college, preferably in a related field, including twelve (12) verified credits in a relevant mental health, social or human services field, such as psychology, social work, or counseling.
Certifications/Licenses
  • CPR certification/First Aid certification or qualify to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
  • Valid driver's license.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Employee must be physically active and be on feet most of the day. Duties may involve bending and lifting objects up to 25 lbs., running and playing active games with children and adolescents (ages 5 - 11 years) and driving minivans or other vehicles. Following training, employee must be physically capable of safely providing personal restraints to agitated children (ages 5 - 11 years).

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Crowded and moderately noisy conditions with children and staff moving about.

Special Conditions

Posting Details


Posting Number
26ST1010


Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)


Home Location Campus
Piscataway (RBHS)


City
Piscataway


State
NJ


Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings


All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement


It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address:
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