Forensic Mental Health Clinician

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized psychological testing and evaluations to arrive at accurate DSM IV diagnoses
• Provide crisis intervention, individual and group psychotherapy, and psycho-education programming
• Develop and implement achievable psychosocial treatment plans in collaboration with inmates and Department of Corrections staff
• Manage caseload demands effectively while balancing quality of care with correctional security needs
• Assume overall case management responsibilities, including treatment coordination and liaison with community agencies
• Maintain accurate and appropriate inmate records

Requirements

• Ph.D., Psy.D., or Ed.D. in Psychology
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a behavioral health care or related setting (including graduate training)
• Valid New Jersey Psychologist license or an unrestricted permit to practice psychology in New Jersey
• Valid Driver's License and possession of a personal vehicle for travel between sites
• Ability to be approved by the Department of Corrections (DOC) and adhere to all DOC requirements

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (where applicable)
• Life insurance coverage and employee discount programs

About the Company

University Correctional Health Care (UCHC), operating within Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is dedicated to excellence in providing physical, mental health, dental, and sex offender treatment services to those involved in the criminal justice systems in New Jersey. UCHC is committed to being a leader in the delivery of effective, compassionate, and accessible care informed by research within correctional environments.