Job Description

Position Details

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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Psychologist/Campus Mental Health Specialist

Job Category

Staff & Executive - Student Affairs and Services

Department

Counseling Center - Nwk

Overview

The Counseling Center at Rutgers University-Newark supports the mental health & well-being of our diverse student community. A passionate and dedicated staff of licensed clinicians work to create a safe and therapeutic environment where students can find the support they need. Our care is holistic and culturally responsive, providing an affirming space where our students can work to achieve a sense of well-being that maximizes their potential. The Alcohol & Other Drug Assistance Program (ADAP) is designed to provide early identification and interventions for students who use alcohol or other drugs. Early recognition of substance misuse or dependence provides an individual with a greater chance for positive change.

Posting Summary

Rutgers University-Newark, an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise, is seeking a Psychologist/Campus Mental Health Specialist for the Rutgers Newark Counseling Center. Reporting to the Director of the Counseling Center, this position provides individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and workshops/outreach/consultation for students, faculty, and staff. Issues addressed in counseling may include depression, anxiety, substance abuse, adjustment disorders, personality disorders Additionally, this role requires a strong commitment to presenting psychological perspectives in programs, training, and settings throughout the college community, as well as facilitating support for various campus-based partners and collaborating with the Counseling Center team to strengthen and grow services and programs.


This position is responsible for and not limited to the following:Provides individual and group counseling, campus crisis intervention, and workshops/outreach/consultation for students, faculty, and staff Provides supervision to staff, including embedded counselors, student workers, and support staff Proactively offers psychoeducational opportunities for students, as a complementary support to services offered at the Counseling Center Provides support group opportunities for students, with a focus on salient themes that apply to students in specific spaces (e.g. academic departments, dormitories, student organizations, etc) Coordinates and leads team efforts to support after-hour/on-call crisis response and campus based activies as needed Develops and maintains strong relationships with campus partners and seeks to enhance community knowledge through outreach, training, and education for students, faculty, and staff, which may require flexibility to accommodate off-hours events Supports the daily administration of the center and all clinical services, including the development and organization of the center's training program, and participation of RUN CC in adjunct clinical and research programs Serves on unit and university committees as appointed and assigned





Please visit our website:

http://counseling.newark.rutgers.edu/

FLSA

Exempt

Grade

07

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

94492.000

Mid Range Salary

119604.000

Maximum Salary

144715.000

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 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

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Position Status

Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours

37.50

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description

Admin Assembly (MPSC)

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

ABP


Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology from an accredited program with interest and background working in a diverse, multi-disciplinary setting treating a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, adjustment disorders, personality disorders, and trauma

Certifications/Licenses

Minimum qualifications include licensure/eligibility for NJ licensure as a Psychologist, Counselor, Social Worker or related field

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated training and employment experience in providing psychological assessment, diagnosis, and mental health treatment as well as providing time-limited individual and group therapy, on-call crisis intervention, supervision, and specialized skills or strong interest in one or more of the following areas: multicultural issues; LGBTQ health; post-traumatic stress (including sexual abuse, sexual assault); substance abuse; eating disorders. Must have experience providing time-limited interventions. Must have advanced knowledge of the assessment, intervention, and treatment of a wide range of psychological diagnoses in order to provide excellent mental health care to our student community. Interest and expertise in working with diverse populations and providing clinical supervision, as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include experience in a university counseling center and/or working with young adults Expertise in one of the following areas: Trauma-informed care, multicultural competence, LGBTQ, Addictions, and/or time-limited treatment models Proven success working collaboratively on a multidisciplinary team Experience in a university counseling center and/or working with young adults

Equipment Utilized

Electronic Health Records (Titanium)

Physical Demands and Work Environment

May need to work late nights or weekends for specific programs and campus initiatives at the request of the supervisor or Student Affairs leadership.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number

25ST1260

Posting Open Date

07/15/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Rutgers University-Newark

Home Location Campus

Rutgers University-Newark

City

Newark

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.