Program Coordinator Jobs

About The Position

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.
• A valid driver’s license and safe driving record are required only at locations operating company vehicles or requiring 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.
• Colorado teammates working in a Residential Child Care facility must be at least 21 years old, or at least 18 and work directly under the supervision of a teammate over 21.
• Must be willing and able to work at assigned ERC Pathlight local sites and comply with location-specific certification and regulatory requirements.
• Must maintain a flexible schedule and be available for weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts as required by organizational needs.

Nice To Haves

• Mental Health/Psych Tech or CNA certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily program structure by following the program schedule.
• Complete observation rounds and safety checks as ordered by a physician.
• Help patients with de-escalation and implementation of coping skills according to their 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 when 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 by the facility.
• Provide meal coaching and skills support according to the treatment team’s guidance at eating-disorder treatment locations; perform other assigned duties based on program and operational needs elsewhere.
• Provide administrative support around mealtimes and ensure adherence to the allergy-safety system.
• Complete required documentation, including patient observations, meals, and events occurring during the shift.
• Transport patients to medical appointments as needed and support other transportation needs, such as outings and grocery shopping, when applicable.
• Support additional food procurement as needed, potentially once per week.
• Distribute mail and packages daily.
• Work at assigned local sites and comply with applicable certification and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain schedule flexibility and availability for weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts as required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Medical coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Parental leave benefits.
• Retirement benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Workplace support for mental health and overall well-being.