Program Coordinator, Part time

Eating Recovery Center•Chicago, IL

8h•$18 - $29

About The Position

ERC Pathlight is seeking a part-time Program Coordinator to provide direct care and supervision to inpatient, residential, and partial hospitalization patients. The role provides structure and boundaries, bathroom and milieu support, contributes to therapeutic programming and documentation, and offers mealtime support tailored to patients’ dietary needs. The schedule is Tuesday and Saturday, 6:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m. Coordinators may be assigned to any local ERC Pathlight site and must comply with applicable certification and regulatory requirements. They must maintain scheduling flexibility, be available for weekends and holidays as required, and may be asked to work on-call shifts based on business needs and applicable labor laws. The position has three levels: Program Coordinator I, II, and III. Requirements vary by level, from a high school diploma or GED for PC I and PC II to a bachelor’s degree in behavioral health or a related field for PC III. PC II requires at least one year of direct patient care experience; PC III requires at least six months of experience in a behavioral health or related field. A driver’s license, Washington state credential, and ServSafe certification may be required depending on location and applicable requirements. The stated Illinois pay range is $18.25–$29 USD. ERC Pathlight offers competitive compensation, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, parental leave, retirement benefits, and tuition reimbursement.

Requirements

Program Coordinator I: High school diploma or GED.
Program Coordinator II: High school diploma or GED and at least one year of direct patient care experience.
Program Coordinator III: Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health or a related field and at least six months of experience in a behavioral health or related field.
Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record where the location operates company vehicles or requires driving on behalf of the company.
Washington teammates must hold a state credential, which may be pending at the time of hire.
ServSafe certification may be required depending on state and local licensing regulations.
Willingness and ability to work at assigned ERC Pathlight local sites.
Compliance with certification and regulatory requirements for each practice location.
Flexibility to meet organizational staffing needs.
Availability to work weekends and holidays as required.
Availability for on-call shifts based on business needs, consistent with applicable labor laws.

Nice To Haves

Mental Health/Psych Tech or CNA certification.

Responsibilities

Maintain daily program structure by following the program schedule.
Complete observation rounds and safety checks as ordered by a physician.
Work with patients on de-escalation and implementing coping skills according to treatment plans.
Conduct room and luggage searches.
Take patients on fresh-air breaks and mindful-movement exposures.
Provide ongoing bathroom monitoring.
Take patient vital signs, weights, and urine specific gravity measurements as applicable to the location and program.
Participate in group facilitation and complete related EHR documentation.
Support group outings.
Participate in meals and snacks with patients as needed and provide meal coaching and skills support according to the treatment team at eating-disorder treatment locations.
Provide administrative support around mealtimes as needed and ensure adherence to the allergy-safety system.
Complete required documentation, including patient observations, meals, and events during the shift.
Transport patients to medical appointments as needed and support other transportation needs, including outings and grocery shopping.
Provide additional food procurement support as needed, potentially once per week.
Distribute mail and packages daily.