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Position Information
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.
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a per diem Mental Health Specialist III for the Inpatient Units within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.
The primary purpose of the per diem Mental Health Specialist III is to participate as a member of the unit team providing care for all age groups in accordance with facility policy and procedure. Demonstrates leadership skills and assists the Staff Nurse with staff assignments, orientation of new staff and formulation of patient groups.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
- Assists the Staff Nurse with MHS IV assignments, orientation of new staff and formulation of patient groups when required.
- Assists the Staff Nurse in planning patient care.
- Provides care based on the patient�s established care plan, under the supervision of the Staff Nurse.
- Observes patient�s behaviors and when necessary notifies appropriate staff.
- Assists in maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment that respects patients� rights.
- Assists the patients with activities of daily living, encouraging independent behavior, when appropriate.
- Assists patients and observes patients during mealtimes in the cafeteria and on the unit.
- Monitors the milieu for changes in patient behavior. Also, observes interaction between patients and visitors.
- Accompanies patients for medical evaluation outside of the facility.
- Facilitates patient groups.
- Assists with patient teaching when needed and assigned.
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.
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:* 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
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discounts programs
For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit:
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
Qualifications
- Three (3) years of full-time paid experience in the mental health field or two (2) years of college majoring in a relevant mental health or human services field plus one (1) year of full-time relevant experience.
PHYSICALDEMANDS: Position requires standing 2/3 of the time, walking to 2/3 of the time, requires sitting 1/3 of the time, use of hands to finger, handle or feel 2/3 of the time, reach with hands and arms, 1/3 of the time, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl 1/3 of the time, talk or hear over 2/3 of the time.
Posting 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.
Salary
Hourly based
Location
NJ , United States Piscataway, NJ, United States
NJ , United States Piscataway, NJ, United States
