Program Coordinator

Purpose Statement Responsible for coordinating and overseeing therapeutic groups and activities for high-acuity patient populations requiring specialized programming. Assesses patient needs and responses to treatment and recommends modifications to group content and activities to support clinical outcomes and patient engagement.

Essential Functions

• Provide patient care to include coordinating activities, providing companionship and assisting with basic daily needs (dressing, bathing, eating).
• Collaborate with treatment team members to assist with patient treatment and/or care goals.
• May serve as a co-lead for groups.
• Monitor the daily well-being of patients and identify need for social intervention.
• Ensure all documentation regarding the program, such as care, treatment or incidents, is completed in a clear, concise, professional and completed in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Other Functions

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Education/Experience/Skill Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work or related field preferred.
• One or more years previous experience in behavioral health with population of the facility preferred.

Licenses/Designations/Certifications

• Certification in specialty of program preferred.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

Schedule/Shift

• Preferred shift for this position is Monday-Friday (8am-5pm).
• Ideal candidate will coordinate and be available for specialty groups/activities, as needed

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