Medical Director of the Brandt Behavioral Health Treatment Center

Medical Director of the Brandt Behavioral Health Treatment Center

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Recruitment/Posting Title Medical Director of the Brandt Behavioral Health Treatment Center

Department

Salary Details

Salary Details $171,652 minimum

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.

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

The Brandt Behavioral Health Treatment Center and Retreat , a first-of-its-kind facility in New Jersey dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health treatment to adolescents and young adults. As we prepare to open this transformative center, we are seeking experienced and visionary psychiatrists to join us in leadership roles .

The Departments of Psychiatry at the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, in collaboration with the University Behavioral Health Care ( UBHC ) and RWJBarnabas, is recruiting a psychiatrist for the position of Medical Director, Brandt Behavioral Health Care.

The candidate must be Board Certified/eligible with NJ medical license psychiatrists with expertise in youth and young adult behavioral health to provide leadership and clinical care at the Brandt Center. These roles will be instrumental in shaping the center’s clinical vision, guiding multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring excellence in care and innovation.

Position Status

Position Status Full Time

Posting Number

Posting Number 25FA0615

Posting Open Date

Posting Close Date

Posting Close Date 06/26/2026

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Candidates should be Board Certified/eligible psychiatrists with valid NJ medical license with expertise in youth and young adult behavioral health to provide leadership and clinical care at the Brandt Center.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Home Location Campus Rutgers University - New Brunswick

City

State

State NJ

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Medical Director of the Brandt Behavioral Health Treatment Center Department RWJ-Psychiatry Salary Details $171,652 minimum 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: . Posting Summary The Brandt Behavioral Health Treatment Center and Retreat , a first-of-its-kind facility in New Jersey dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health treatment to adolescents and young adults. As we prepare to open this transformative center, we are seeking experienced and visionary psychiatrists to join us in leadership roles .
The Departments of Psychiatry at the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, in collaboration with the University Behavioral Health Care ( UBHC ) and RWJBarnabas, is recruiting a psychiatrist for the position of Medical Director, Brandt Behavioral Health Care.
The candidate must be Board Certified/eligible with NJ medical license psychiatrists with expertise in youth and young adult behavioral health to provide leadership and clinical care at the Brandt Center. These roles will be instrumental in shaping the center’s clinical vision, guiding multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring excellence in care and innovation.
Position Status Full Time Posting Number 25FA0615 Posting Open Date Posting Close Date 06/26/2026 Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Candidates should be Board Certified/eligible psychiatrists with valid NJ medical license with expertise in youth and young adult behavioral health to provide leadership and clinical care at the Brandt Center. Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Overview Statement Posting Details Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link to Posting Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Rutgers University - New Brunswick City New Brunswick 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.

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