Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Mental Health Specialist III for the Residential Department within University Behavioral Healthcare (UBHC).
The primary purpose of the Mental Health Specialist III is to ensure the safety of residents and assist them in carrying out activities of daily living.
Among the key duties of this position are the following :
- Assumes individual service coordination responsibilities for individuals served.
- Documents events occurring on shift as per supervisory directive.
- Demonstrates awareness of relevant organization and residential policies, procedures and requirements.
- Demonstrates respect to supervisory feedback to enhance performance skills.
- Effectively contributes to and supports an environment that enhances the positive self-image of consumer / resident and preserves their human dignity.
- Completes Employee Health Update as required.
FLSA Nonexempt Grade 177 Salary Details Minimum Salary 26.730 Mid Range Salary 27.230 Maximum Salary 28.050 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 coveragePaid vacation, holidays, and various leave programsCompetitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings optionsEmployee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)Life insurance coverageEmployee discount programsPosition Status Part Time Working Hours Every other Saturday and Sunday, 8am to 4 : 30pm Standard Hours 40.00 Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. Union Description Teamsters 97 / Ineligible Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility None Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience
Three (3) years of full-time paid experience in the mental health field or two (2) years of college majoring in a relevant social or health care field plus one (1) year of full-time experience in the mental health field.Certifications / Licenses
Valid driver’s license.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must be able to travel to meetings and scattered program locations throughout the week. holiday, evening, weekend and overnight availability.Must possess own vehicle to outreach individuals served and attend internal and external meetings.Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual skills (English / Spanish) preferred.Residential experience with the adult mental health population preferred.Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment
Walks and climbs stairs.Transport of individuals to community appointments, and activities (clinical / medical appointments, recreational activities, shopping, banking, self-help meetings, etc.).Lifts up to 20 lbs.24-hour responsibility for residential services for adults diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illness, forensic histories, and drug / alcohol abuse with history of homelessness, forensic involvement and co-occurring medical issues. Intense work environment with ongoing crisis assessment and intervention.Position demands constant attention to multiple programmatic needs.Exposure to infestations and blood borne pathogens possible that requires use of personal protective equipment.Special Conditions
This position requires random drug screening.