"Program Coordinator"

Position Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Program Coordinator in the Child & Adolescent Services – School Based Program 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 are 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.

Minimum Education and Experience

Master's Degree in a behavioral health field plus four (4) years of postgraduate experience.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Extensive reading required. Lifting of up to 10 pounds.
• Extended periods of sitting. Hearing is essential.
• Ability to speak and write clearly is required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Generally pleasant and quiet work environment.
• Sometimes required to manage an agitated patient.
• May be required to travel within the state.