Position DetailsPosition Information
Recruitment/Posting Title Assistant Director of Mental Health
Job Category Staff & Executive - Medical (Clinical)
Department Clinical Research & Occupation
Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey has opening for a Assistant DIrector of Mental Health for the Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences Institute, located in Piscataway, NJ. This position supports clinical and scholarly activity as part of the Clinical Center at the Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences Institute. The incumbent's key role is also providing clinical and supervisory services to the outpatient population at EOHSI. This includes mental health assessments, cognitive screens, suicide assessment and safety planning, triaging patients with positive depression, PTSD, and other screens, providing short-term therapy, and facilitating groups that promote mental and physical health and well-being. The incumbent serves as the psychologist content area expert with proficiency in evidence-based interventions for comorbid medical and mental health conditions. The incumbent will also carry a small caseload of patients to provide mental health outpatient services to a clinical population of First Responders. The psychologist will also have the opportunity to supervise the psychological testing that is done on-site, including but not limited to Fitness for Duty assessments.
Duties include:
- Assists in managing the day-to-day administrative and clinical operations of the WTC Mental Health Program, ensuring continuity, quality, and efficiency of services delivered to WTC responders and survivors.
- Guides the development and ongoing evaluation of trauma-focused, evidence-based treatment plans addressing anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Monitor the effectiveness of psychiatric and psychological services and leads quality improvement initiatives across the mental health team
- Provide weekly supervision to clinical staff; offer guidance to direct care staff, manage crisis intervention and emergencies; ensure adherence to professional standards and policies; provide quality assurance through chart review; facilitate peer review and related activities to ensure the quality of services; oversee charting and documentation to ensure that clients meetmedical necessity criteria for the services, and provide clinical supervision for license-eligible interns and externs.
- Provide supervision to doctoral trainees in fitness for duty assessments and psychological testing
FLSA Exempt
Grade 31S
Salary DetailsMinimum Salary 111050.000
Mid Range Salary 140478.000
Maximum Salary 169906.000
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 Full Time
Working Hours 37.50
Standard Hours 37.50
Daily Work Shift Day
Work ArrangementUnion Description MPSC - Legacy UMD
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Seniority UnitTerms of Appointment Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility ABP
Qualifications
Minimum Education and ExperienceCertifications/LicensesRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Licensed Psychologist in the state of New Jersey with a Doctoral degree in Clinical or Counseling Psychology.
- Three (3) years of related experience in psychology required, two (2) years of which must include overseeing, interns/externs, clinical operations, program development, and/or internship programs.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
- Demonstrated ability to operate within ethical and professional standards of care.
Preferred QualificationsEquipment UtilizedPhysical Demands and Work EnvironmentSpecial ConditionsPosting Details
Posting Number 26ST1765
Posting Open DateSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsRegional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City Piscataway
State NJ
Location DetailsPre-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.
