Program Coordinator

Rutgers University

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United States, New Jersey, Piscataway

Jul 02, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Program Coordinator
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Healthcare
Department	UBHC-Case Management Srvcs-PISC
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 Community Based Services within Rutgers University Behavioral Healthcare. The primary purpose of the Program Coordinator position is to provide day-to-day clinical and administrative supervision to program staff. Monitors staff to assure that high quality case management, recovery support, and community support services are provided to individuals served. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Provides day-to-day administrative and clinical direction to the staff of assigned programs. Directs the administrative organization of the program as evidenced by organization of case load assignment and coverage schedule. Demonstrates ability to organize and prioritize work assignments and effectively delegate responsibility and authority to others as evidenced by supervisory observation. Responsible for curriculum development of training materials and provision of initial and ongoing staff training to assure staff competencies and adherence with billing and/or grant requirements. Demonstrates knowledge of professional standards and practices in the fields of mental health, rehabilitation, and substance use disorder services.
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	27S
Salary Details
Minimum Salary	83389.000
Mid Range Salary	101446.000
Maximum Salary	119502.000
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
Work Arrangement	Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.
Union Description	CWA 1031
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Master's Degree in appropriate mental health discipline plus four (4) years post graduate experience in a relevant mental health field.
Certifications/Licenses	All clinical licensing as required by discipline and the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (e.g. Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or a licensed Psychologist). Applicants possessing a degree in Social Work must have an active New Jersey certification/licensure as required by the State Board of Social Work. Valid driver's license.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Must possess own vehicle for use to outreach individuals served and monitor staff activities in the community.
Preferred Qualifications	One (1) year of relevant supervisory experience preferred. Experience with community-based service provision preferred. Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) preferred.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Job entails frequent listening and communicating with people individually, in groups, as well as on the telephone. Hearing is essential. Ability to speak clearly is required. Must be able to document using computer. The employee spends much time sitting, driving, walking, and standing. Job requires ability to lift, bend, and climb up and down stairs. Significant driving with variable driving conditions throughout the community. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment includes clinic and community-based services and outreach. Subject to unpredictable situations and crises, to include behavioral, medical and psychiatric. Occasionally exposed to individuals exhibiting assaultive behaviors. Exposure to blood borne pathogens that requires use of personal protective equipment.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST1438
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Piscataway (RBHS)
City	Essex
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement