Program Coordinator, Adult Housing

Brightli • Columbia, MO

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About The Position

The Program Coordinator, Adult Housing leads the day-to-day operations of therapeutic programming at assigned Adult Housing locations and supports residents in developing skills for greater independence. The role supervises Residential Specialists, coordinates staffing and shift coverage, maintains high-quality programming and documentation, and collaborates with treatment teams to meet residents’ needs. The position works with a compassionate, collaborative team to deliver responsive care, resolve challenges, and help adults achieve meaningful recovery goals.

Requirements

• Possess a bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, social work, or a related field; alternatively, be actively working toward a bachelor’s degree with at least two years completed and have related experience that may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Obtain and maintain Level One Medication Aide certification when required by the assigned location or program.
• Maintain a current driver’s license, an acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.
• Possess or obtain a valid Missouri chauffeur’s driver’s license within two weeks of employment.
• Maintain access to a personal vehicle for occasional client transportation and carry auto liability insurance that includes uninsured-motorist coverage.
• Demonstrate the ability to supervise staff, coordinate coverage, manage competing priorities, and communicate effectively with residents, employees, families, and community partners.
• Read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Prepare routine reports and professional correspondence while maintaining accurate program and financial records.
• Apply basic mathematical skills using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Build effective relationships through telephone and in-person communication, follow direction, and accept supervision.
• Successfully complete required background screenings, including criminal record, driving record, abuse and neglect, and fingerprint checks.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations, therapeutic interventions, IRTS/ICPR programming, services, and billing for assigned Adult Housing locations.
• Hire, supervise, and support Residential Specialists; coordinate shift coverage and promote effective teamwork.
• Guide residential staff through communication, coaching, performance oversight, and implementation of organizational and departmental priorities.
• Collaborate with Community Support Services staff and other team members to coordinate care and address residents’ needs.
• Support residents with individualized treatment goals, activities of daily living, and skills that promote successful independent living.
• Engage directly with residents and provide immediate, supportive crisis resolution when needed.
• Assist residents with following prescribed medication regimens and maintain Level One Medication Aide certification when required by the assigned location or program.
• Complete required documentation within established timeframes and monitor staff documentation for accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
• Ensure required staff training remains current and properly documented.
• Manage program funds and accounts responsibly for assigned locations.
• Maintain monthly client census information, required databases, and other program records.
• Encourage positive change and team participation, and communicate relevant departmental and organizational updates.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program offering 24/7 counseling, legal assistance, and financial consultation at no cost to the employee and household.
• Mileage reimbursement for work functions requiring travel.
• Employee discounts on hotels, theme parks, attractions, and college tuition.
• Paid time off package for full-time employees.
• Health, dental, vision, retirement, and life benefits for full-time employees.
• Initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive training.
• Career mobility and advancement opportunities, including promotion from within.
• Supportive workplace culture focused on employee wellbeing, health, and happiness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager