"Program Coordinator"

Position Summary

Rutgers The State University is seeking a Program Coordinator in the Newark Screening within Rutgers University Behavioral Healthcare. In collaboration with Clinician Supervisor and Director, Acute Emergency Services, functions as a member of the clinical and administrative leadership team in the Newark Screening program. Primarily responsible for providing supervision to multi-disciplinary staff. Ensures compliance with all regulations.

Key Duties:

• Supervises staff in the Newark Screening program.
• Supervises staff on a daily basis for an assigned shift, providing administrative and clinical direction.
• Maintains confidentiality of information; recognizes and respects limits of authority and responsibility.
• In conjunction with the Program Manager, monitors staff performance and at minimum, on a bi-annual basis, meets individually with assigned staff to review performance goals, and compliance with mandatory continuing education requirements.
• In conjunction with the Program Manager, addresses staff performance issues via progressive discipline as outlined by Human Resource policies.
• In conjunction with the Program Manager and other Program Coordinators, schedules and coordinates staff activities on a daily basis.
• Participates in staff interview and hiring process.

Minimum Education and Experience:

Master's Degree in a related mental health field and four (4) years of postgraduate experience in related community mental health and/or case management work.

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.

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. Generally pleasant working conditions in a clean, well-lighted, and quiet to moderately loud setting.