Rutgers University

Recruitment/Posting Title Program Coordinator

Job Category Staff & Executive - Healthcare

Department UBHC-Acute Treatment-NWK

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 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.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• 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.

FLSA Exempt

Grade 27S

Salary Details

Minimum Salary 80569.00

Mid Range Salary 98015.00

Maximum Salary 115461.00

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: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Position Status Full Time

Working Hours (per week)

Standard Hours 37.50

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement

Union Description CWA 1031

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility ABP

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.

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.
• Eligibility for certification as a Psychiatric Screener in the state of New Jersey is required.
• Valid driver’s license.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of supervisory experience preferred.

Equipment Utilized

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.

Special Conditions

Posting Number 24ST1590

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS)

City Newark

State NJ

Location Details

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