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Rutgers University

Program Director

Rutgers University, Piscataway, New Jersey, United States,


Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Program Director

Job Category

Staff & Executive - Healthcare

Department

UBHC-Case Management Srvcs-PISC

Overview

Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence-based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC’s 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education. UBHC is one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, with a budget of $260 million and 15 sites throughout New Jersey. Services include inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach, case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school.

Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children, and child protective service workers. In FY2016, UBHC treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year.

Posting Summary

Rutgers The State University is seeking a Program Director in the Community Outreach Services within Rutgers University Behavioral Healthcare.

The primary purpose of the Program Director position is to provide administrative and clinical direction and oversight to assigned programs, assure program integrity and fiscal viability. Responsible for ongoing program development and compliance with regulatory requirements. Assures program viability.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

Provides administrative and clinical direction for program.

Directs the administrative and clinical organization of the program.

Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the program, including the administration of its grants and revenue sources.

Effectively and appropriately delegates responsibility and authority as observed by staff assignments.

Directs oversight and coordination of all research initiatives.

Develops a comprehensive range of services as indicated by the program’s ability to accommodate appropriate consumer referrals.

Position Status

Full Time

Hours Per Week

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

FLSA

Exempt

Grade

33S

Position Salary

Annual Minimum Salary

118294.00

Annual Mid Range Salary

149642.00

Annual Maximum Salary

180989.00

Standard Hours

37.50

Union Description

MPSC - Legacy UMD

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to

http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview .

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Minimum of a Master’s Degree in a behavioral health discipline and seven (7) years of postgraduate experience in a relevant behavioral healthcare setting.

An appropriate doctorate may be substituted for two (2) years of experience.

Certifications/Licenses

Applicants possessing a degree in Social Work must have an active New Jersey certification/licensure as required by the State Board of Social Work.

Must possess a license to practice independently as a treatment provider in the State of New Jersey (LCSW, LPC, Psychology License, etc.).

Valid Driver’s License.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Two years of supervisory experience required.

Outstanding human relations and leadership skills and the ability to function in a team environment are required.

Demonstrated knowledge is necessary to accomplish superior performance in a unionized environment.

May work at least one (1) evening per week and one (1) weekend day per week. On-call duties may apply in a 24/7 environment.

Must possess own vehicle or alternate means of transportation to outreach individuals served and attend internal and external meetings.

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL

DEMANDS

:Job entails frequent listening and communicating with people individually, in groups, as well as on the telephone. Ability to speak clearly is required. Must be able to document using computer and an Electronic Medical Record. Fast-paced program environment that demands constant attention to multiple programmatic needs. The employee spends much time sitting, driving, walking, and standing. Job requires ability to climb up and down stairs. Significant driving with variable driving conditions throughout the state.

WORK

ENVIRONMENT

:The work environment includes community-based services and outreach. Subject to unpredictable situations and crises, to include behavioral, medical, and psychiatric. Occasionally exposed to individuals exhibiting assaultive behaviors. Exposure to bloodborne pathogens that requires use of personal protective equipment.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number

24ST2121

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Piscataway (RBHS)

City

Piscataway

State

NJ

Location Details

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