Program Coordinator

Program Coordinator

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.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Program Coordinator in the Child & Adolescent Services School Based Programs of Rutgers University Behavioral Healthcare. The Program Coordinator coordinates and supervises day-to-day operations of School Based Program. Takes a leadership role in program planning and development. Provides clinical supervision to staff of varied disciplines. Coordinates referral process and ongoing collaboration with district personnel. Provides advanced level clinical treatment which meets quality and quantity standards. Documents this treatment appropriately and within specified time frames and ensures that all staff meet documentation requirements. Demonstrates competency in recognizing the unique needs and applying relevant treatment approaches for children (ages 0-12 years), adolescents (ages 12-17 years), and/or young adults (ages 18-21 years). Among the key duties of this position of the following: Responsible for the strategic planning as well as programmatic and fiscal development of the program. Responsible for day-to-day operations of the programs serving children (ages 3-12 years) and/or adolescents (ages 13-21 years). Supervises all program personnel and assures that the program complies with all contracted, procedural, and regulatory expectations. Provides clinical supervision to clinical staff to ensure that children and adolescents receive treatment interventions that meet their needs. Supervises the work operations of assigned staff, develops performance standards, and conducts performance evaluations.

FLSA - Exempt

Grade - 27S

Salary Details

Minimum Salary - 83389.000

Mid Range Salary - 101446.000

Maximum Salary - 119502.000

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 - Day

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 behavioral health field plus four (4) years of postgraduate experience.

Certifications/Licenses - Applicants must possess a clinical license which allows that individual to independently provide services (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or licensed psychologist). Applicants possessing a degree in Social Work must have an active New Jersey certification/licensure as required by the State Board of Social Work. Independent license to practice in New Jersey required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Demonstrated ability to work with clients and staff both individually and in groups.

Preferred Qualifications - One (1) year of supervisory experience preferred. Experience in working directly with children with severe and persistent mental illness, their families, and the agencies that serve them preferred.

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment - PHYSICALDEMANDS: Extensive reading required. Lifting of up to 10 pounds. Extended periods of sitting. Hearing is essential. Ability to speak and write clearly is required. WORKENVIRONMENT: Generally pleasant and quiet work environment. Sometimes required to manage an agitated patient. May be required to travel within the state.

Special Conditions