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Psychologist/Campus Mental Health Specialist

Rutgers University

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United States, New Jersey, Newark

Jul 15, 2025

Position Details

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.
Position Status	Full Time
Working Hours (per week)
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

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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.

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