Clinician Supervisor UCHC EMCFW

About the role

University Correctional Health Care (UCHC), operating within Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, provides physical, mental health, dental, and sex offender treatment services to individuals in the criminal and juvenile justice systems across New Jersey. UCHC operates with a $150 million budget and approximately 1,100 staff serving roughly 20,500 inmates in twelve adult correctional facilities, 400 residents in fourteen JJC locations, and 1,000 individuals in ten state parole board offices.

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care (UCHC) is seeking a Clinician Supervisor for Edna Mahan Correctional Facility in Clinton, New Jersey. Under the supervision of the clinician administrator, this role oversees daily operations of assigned sites, addresses operational problems, provides supervision and administrative leadership to multidisciplinary staff and students, and delivers advanced-level clinical treatment meeting quality and quantity standards. The position requires competency in recognizing the unique needs of adults (ages 18–64), seniors (65+), and their families, with skill in group, individual, and family therapies.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily operations at the program level.
• Supervises staff assigned by the program administrator.
• Ensures clinical staff maintain UCHC standards of excellence and adhere to legal and professional codes of conduct.
• Ensures clinical documentation and ancillary documentation meet quality, quantitative, and time standards.
• Provides evaluations, individual therapy, crisis counseling, and group psychotherapy as clinically indicated to meet direct-service hour requirements.
• Conducts psychological testing and evaluations of referred adult inmates (ages 18 and up).

Requirements

• Master's degree in Psychology or Social Work.
• Licensed in New Jersey as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
• Five years of postgraduate experience in a relevant behavioral healthcare setting.
• One year of relevant supervisory experience.
• Effective team leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Valid driver's license and own vehicle or alternative means of transportation between sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of correctional/forensic experience.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Specific benefits vary by 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

Pay

FLSA Exempt, Grade 30S. Salary range: $98,446 (minimum) – $120,290 (mid-range) – $142,138 (maximum). The final offer is determined by qualifications, experience, expertise, department/grant funding, market benchmarks, and internal equity.

Schedule

• Full-time, 37.5 standard hours per week
• Day shift
• Full onsite work arrangement required

Special Conditions

• Must be approved by the New Jersey Department of Corrections (DOC) and adhere to all DOC requirements.
• All offers contingent on successful completion of pre-employment screenings.
• Under Policy 100.3.1, if employment commences during flu season, proof of seasonal influenza vaccination (or approved medical/religious exemption) is required; failure to comply results in offer rescission or disciplinary action.
• Additional infection control and safety policies may apply.

Location

Edna Mahan Correctional Facility, Clinton, New Jersey (off-campus, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences).