Program Coordinator

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, Piscataway

Nov 16, 2024

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Program Coordinator
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Administrative Services
Department	UBHC-Acute Psych Svs (Aps)-PISC
Overview	New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates. Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Program Coordinator for UBHC- Acute Psych Services- Piscataway. In collaboration with Program Manager, this role functions as a member of the clinical and administrative leadership team in the Acute Psychiatric Services ( APS) program. Primarily responsible for providing supervision to multi-disciplinary staff. Will ensure compliance with all regulations. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Supervises staff in the APS program Performs duties relevant to a leadership position supporting goals and objectives of the University Behavioral Health Care. Maintains appropriate consumer/patient records as mandated by University Behavioral Health Care policy As required by individual program, assumes direct care responsibilities for consumer/patients and provides individual, group, family supportive counseling, crisis intervention, psychoeducation, and case management services as clinically indicated. Performs duties relevant to a leadership position and supports goals and objectives of University Behavioral Health Care. Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all consumers, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift	Night
Work Arrangement
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	27S
Position Salary	64,349.00
Annual Minimum Salary	80569.00
Annual Mid Range Salary	98015.00
Annual Maximum Salary	115461.00
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	CWA 1031
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
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 field Plus four (4) years of postgraduate experience in related community mental health and/or case management work. Licensure to practice as required by New Jersey state laws governing the discipline. 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. Must have a valid driver's license.
Certifications/Licenses	Licensure to practice as required by New Jersey state laws governing the discipline. 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	Common Office
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 Details

Posting Number	23ST2879
Posting Open Date	10/24/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Piscataway (RBHS)
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
Location Details

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