Program Coordinator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High School Graduate or GED required.
• Minimum two (2) years in a consumer-focused environment, preferably with psychiatric patients.
• Basic Knowledge of computer data-entry.
• Basic arithmetic skills (add, multiply, divide, subtract).
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to fully utilize BHMC’s electronic record systems, equipment and other healthcare and billing systems relevant to this position as required.
• Valid New York State Driver’s License and Clean Driving Record.
• Peer Counseling Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide Peer Counseling on Mental Health and Substance Use issues to our patients.
• Share Peer Counseling expertise with staff of the Mobile Crisis Team
• Serve as subject matter experts for the staff on the engagement of patients in mental health services
• Assist the MCT, CPEP clinicians in calling for police/EMS back up as needed.
• Participate with clinicians in violence de-escalation/containment in a team approach, utilizing good communication and social skills within the patient's home.
• Provides support clerical services (maintains case records) and follows up with appropriate referrals, under the direction of the designated program clinicians.
• Works with the CPEP staff to ensure that all patients are connected to services once they leave the CPEP or MCT services.
• Works weekend, evenings, and holidays.
• Attends trainings including PMCS.
• Completes all hospital requirements including OHS, yearly reorientation, Corporate Compliance, Flu shot or declination form, and other requirements.
• Maintain a clean driving record.
• Neither the Hospital nor the Department will be responsible for any DMV violations that are caused by the driver, i.e. speeding, red lights, etc.
• Participate in all surveys and audits as directed by Director, Manager, / Program Coordinator.
• Performs other related duties assigned by the Manager/Program Coordinator or other program clinicians. In an emergency, performs other duties necessary for the welfare of patients or the efficient operations of the hospital.