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Job Description:

Job Summary:

The Program Coordinator is responsible for providing oversight and coordination of operations within designated service delivery areas. The Program Coordinator, Adult Housing oversees the day-to-day operation of therapeutic interventions at assigned Adult Housing locations. Program Coordinators provide direct supervision to all Residential Specialists and ensure shift coverage and appropriate programming at assigned locations.

Essential Job Functions:

• Exhibit a thorough understanding of the philosophy, mission and goals of program and oversee all IRTS/ICPR programming, services, and billing for assigned location.

• Hire, manage and provide direct supervision of all residential specialists at assigned locations.

• Complete all required documentation in required timeframes and monitor team members' completion of required documentation.

• Manage and account for all System funds and accounts for assigned program location.

• Provide individual assistance/oversight to all residents in following prescribed medication regimen. Maintain Level One Med Aide certification for locations/programs as required.

• Ensure all required training for residential staff is current and documented.

• Complete client lists/census monthly and maintain the required database for this information.

• Participate in the ongoing assessment and treatment of each client and individualized assistance in completing activities of daily living skills to ensure successful independent living.

• Collaborate and participate with CSS staff at assigned locations to ensure all client needs are met.

• Provide direct interactions with clients/residents and provide in-the-moment crisis resolution.

• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

• Ability to communicate effectively before groups of residents, employees of the organization, family members and other contacts in the community.

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

• Shall be able to establish effective relationships via telephone and personal contacts. Shall be able to follow direction and accept supervision.

Experience and Education Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work or related field OR working toward a Bachelor's degree with at least 2 years completed plus related experience which may be substituted for education on a year for year equivalent basis.

Supervisory Requirements:

• Communicate the strategic direction of the organization and encourage participation by all team members.

• Provide leadership and guidance to all aspects of the department.

• Take an active role in monitoring the identification, development, and execution of strategic objectives.

• Involve, as appropriate, all team members to achieve goals.

• Effectively communicate to team members any changes and newsworthy events within the department or company.

• Handle difficult team member situations directly, using appropriate discretion and Human Resource advice to show respect for the individual

• Champion change and effectively manage the implementation of new ideas.

• Reinforces team approach throughout functions; support and solicit input from team members at all levels within the company.

Employment Requirements:

• Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect and fingerprint check.

• Completion of New Hire Orientation at the beginning of employment.

• All training requirements including Relias at the beginning of employment and annually thereafter.

• Current driver's license, acceptable driving record and current auto insurance.

• Must have or obtain within two (2) weeks of employment a valid Missouri Chauffeurs Driver's License. Must have use of personal auto for occasional transport of clients. Must have auto liability insurance including uninsured motorist coverage

Physical Requirements:

ADA Consideration - Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (exists up the 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (exists 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, or pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Repetitive movements of hands, fingers, and arms for typing and/or writing during work shift.

Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.