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Psychology Internship (2 openings)

Rutgers University
place Piscataway, 08854
local_atm $45000 - $45000 USD /YEAR
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Recruitment/Posting Title Psychology Internship (2 openings) Job Category Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) Department EOHSI-Banner Overview

With its broad and multidisciplinary faculty expertise, the Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences Institute (EOHSI) is an international resource that supports basic and clinical research in environmental health sciences and exposure assessment and fosters associated programs in environmental health education and public policy.

Established In 1986, EOHSI's Major Objectives Are To

Advance understanding of the mechanisms by which environmental and occupational chemical exposures impact human health.

Identify and measure human environmental and occupational exposures to chemicals. Treat populations adversely affected by chemical exposures. Develop educational tools describing relative risks of chemical exposures. Contribute to public policies related to environmental and occupational chemical risks. Offer training programs for environmental health professionals.

The Institute serves as an unbiased source of expertise about environmental problems for communities, employers and governments in all areas of occupational and environmental health, toxicology and risk assessment. EOHSI members are active as advisors to international, national, state and local organizations on public health issues.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766 and celebrating a milestone 250th anniversary in 2016, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 67,000 students and 22,000 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey has opening for Psychology Interns for the Clinical Research and Occupational Medicine Division within the Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences Institute, located in Piscataway, NJ. The Psychology Intern will participate as a part of the clinical service provision team for the World Trade Center (WTC) responders under the supervision of the Mental Health Director and to ensure quality of the program

Duties include

  • Conduct clinical screens and certification interviews of WTC first responder patients under supervision.
  • Provide individual and group clinical services under supervision.
  • The intern will perform psychological intakes, certification interviews, and case management services
  • Administer comprehensive cognitive and neuropsychological assessment for the WTC patient cohort, evaluating cognitive functioning and mental health concerns. Conduct Fitness-for-Duty (FFD) evaluations for external contractor providing objective assessments of the employee's capacity
  • Conduct regular check-ins with new members to assess their needs, provide support and discuss the certification process. Perform ongoing monitoring visits to maintain continuity of care.
  • Document clinical encounters and maintains records in accordance with HIPAA and state and federal regulations.

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week 40 Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement

This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.

FLSA Exempt Grade 99S Position Salary $45,000 Annual Minimum Salary 00.00 Annual Mid Range Salary 0.00 Annual Maximum Salary 0.00 Standard Hours 40.00 Union Description MPSC - Legacy UMD Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Salaried 12 Month Position Pension Eligibility None

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Must be in a PhD or PsyD doctoral program in clinical, counseling or combined clinical-school psychology; having completed at least two years of supervised practicum and externship clinical experience; having conducted individual and group therapy for adults, having administered, scored, interpreted and written reports on at least two comprehensive psycho-diagnostic assessments.
  • Applicant must be currently enrolled in a doctoral psychology program in New Jersey or New York. Must have completed all doctoral coursework.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word / Excel).

Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number 25ST0992 Posting Open Date Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Piscataway (RBHS) City Piscatway 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.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • * Applicant must be currently enrolled in a doctoral psychology program in New Jersey or New York?
  • Yes
    • No
    • Are you enrolled in PhD or PsyD doctoral program in clinical, counseling or combined clinical-school psychology?
  • Yes
    • No
    • Are you currently enrolled in a doctoral psychology program in New Jersey or New York?
  • Yes
    • No
    • Have you completed at least 2 years of supervised practicum & externship clinical experience?
  • Yes
    • No
    • Have you conducted individual and group therapy for adults, having administered, scored, interpreted and written reports on at least two comprehensive psycho-diagnostic assessments?
  • Yes
    • No
    • Have you completed all doctoral coursework?
  • Yes
    • No
    • Do you have knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word / Excel)?
  • Yes
    • No
Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume/CV

Optional Documents

  • Cover Letter/Letter of Application