Program Coordinator

Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Program Coordinator

Job Category
Staff & Executive - Healthcare

Department
UBHC - Outpatient New Brunswic

Overview
Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC's 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education. UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey. Services are readily accessible and include: inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach and case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school. Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers. In FY2016, UBHC treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year.

Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Program Coordinator for the Outpatient Services Department within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.

The primary purpose of the Program Coordinator is to function as a member of the clinical and administrative leadership team in the Outpatient Services and TMS program. Primarily responsible for providing supervision to multi-disciplinary staff and oversight of treatment services for adolescents/ adults and direct treatment services via TMS in an outpatient setting. Will ensure compliance with all regulations.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Supervises staff on a daily basis, providing administrative direction, group coverage, and clinical updates.
• Provides staff with direction regarding consumer/patient intervention through individual supervision, group supervision, team meetings, and case conferences.
• Develops programming to ensure integration of Evidence Based Best Practices.
• Effectively contributes to and supports an environment that respects and enhances the individual, their expressed choices and preferences, and that enhances the positive self image of consumer/patients and staff.
• Completes Individualized Recovery Plans by tracker due date and obtains all necessary signatures on Recovery Plan by the Recovery Plan due date.
• Maintains appropriate consumer/patient records as mandated by University Behavioral Health Care policy.
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all consumers, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment.

FLSA
Exempt

Grade
27S

Salary Details

Minimum Salary
83389.000

Mid Range Salary
101446.000

Maximum Salary
119502.000

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 provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the 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

Position Status
Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours
37.50

Daily Work Shift
Rotating

Work Arrangement
This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description
CWA 1031

Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility
ABP

Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience

• Master's Degree in a related mental health discipline plus four (4) years of post-master's mental health experience.

Certifications/Licenses

• Applicants possessing a degree in Social Work must have an active New Jersey certification/licensure as required by the State Board of Social Work.
• Licensed in New Jersey to provide mental health services as an independent practitioner (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT, psychology license).
• Valid driver's license.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year supervisory experience.
• TMS Brainsway certification.

Equipment Utilized
Computer, Telephone, Xerox machine, Fax machine, and all other office equipment.

Physical Demands and Work Environment


PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to walk throughout the day, stand for extended periods of time, and focus on assigned tasks in a hectic noisy environment. Operate TMS machine - moving helmet and adjusting machine. Lift/carry up to 25 pounds.


WORK ENVIRONMENT: Varied work settings include office and community setting. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases. Subject to varying and unpredictable situations. Handles emergency or crisis situations. May be exposed to clients exhibiting assaultive or aggressive behaviors. Quiet to moderately loud office setting.

Special Conditions

Posting Details
Posting Number
26ST0884

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus
Piscataway (RBHS)

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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