Residential Program Coordinator

Residential Program Coordinator - Mishawaka

Are you looking for a rewarding and supportive work environment with opportunities to grow? Join Oaklawn, where hope and healing begin, in addressing the mental health needs of our community.

Who We Are
Oaklawn is the leading provider of mental health and addiction services in Elkhart, Goshen, South Bend, Mishawaka and the surrounding communities of northern Indiana. We serve 27,000 children, adolescents and adults annually through treatment that spans the continuum of care. Our services range from skills training and case management to outpatient therapy and inpatient care, specializing in complex cases.

With nearly 850 employees on four campuses, Oaklawn offers unparalleled clinical training and robust opportunities for growth. Oaklawn has led ground-breaking initiatives in children's mental health, addiction treatment, cross-cultural outreach, housing for seriously mentally ill adults and more. Our staff have unique opportunities for advancement while working on the cutting edge of community mental health.

What We Offer a Program Coordinator:
We offer competitive compensation, a full benefits package and career advancement opportunities.

• Start earning PTO the day you start
• Work life balance
• Behavioral health assistance
• Regular supervision to grow clinical/professional skills

What You’ll Do as a Program Coordinator:
Primary duties:

• Supervise and coordinate daily assignments and procedures for unit staff
• Development of new hires and program development for the child/adolescent direct care teams.
• Interact directly with youth and families. The frequency varies with needs, availability of residents, and acuity level.
• Interact frequently with therapists, physicians, and other employees involved in the case.
• Regular interaction with community resources, providers, coordinate services and referral sources such as: DCS, court, probation, schools, and health care providers.

Minimum Hiring Requirements for a program coordinator:

• Bachelors degree in social / human services related field preferred; OR
• Associates degree with two years of experience working in a child caring institution; OR
• HS diploma or equivalent with four years of experience working in a child caring institution, and two years of experience in a leadership capacity required.
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Must have a valid driver's license