Program Coordinator

Erc8585757Pathlight53T353; Illinois; On-site; USD 26,174 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave benefits

Retirement benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

ERC Pathlight is seeking a Program Coordinator to provide direct care and supervise patients across inpatient, residential, and partial hospitalization programs in Illinois. The role focuses on maintaining a safe, structured milieu and implementing individualized treatment plans under clinical supervision.

Positions require varying levels (I–III) with responsibilities including milieu management, group facilitation, meal support, documentation, and coordinating transportation and discharge

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Entry-level role: no direct patient care experience required unless required by state regulation.
• Valid driver’s license with safe driving record required where company vehicles are used.
• Washington teammates must hold a state credential (may be pending).
• ServSafe certification may be required depending on state licensing regulations.
• Mental Health/Psych Tech or CAN certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Milieu management and maintaining daily program structure.
• Observe rounds and safety checks as ordered by physician.
• Support patients with de-escalation and coping skills per treatment plan.
• Group facilitation and related documentation in the EHR.
• Meal support and participation in meals and snacks with patients.
• Coordinate meals, nutrition groups, and allergy-safety protocols.

Skills

Direct patient care

De-escalation

Coping skills

Documentation

Meal support

Group facilitation

Patient safety

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Washington credential (state credential)

Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health or related field

ServSafe certification

Mental Health/Psych Tech or CAN certification

Job description

Who We Are

At ERC Pathlight, we’re on a mission to change lives—and we’re looking for people who feel called to do the same.

As one of the nation’s leading treatment providers for eating disorders and mood, anxiety, and trauma-related conditions, we bring innovative, evidence-based, and deeply compassionate care to patients across the country. With multiple locations nationwide and extensive virtual programming, we meet patients exactly where they are and help them move toward lasting recovery.

Founded in 2008 by renowned psychiatrists and psychologists, ERC Pathlight now supports more than 6,000 patients each year. And as the need for world‑class mental health care continues to rise, our commitment is stronger than ever: to expand access, elevate the standard of care, and empower every patient to rebuild their life with dignity and hope.

Why Join Us

When you join ERC Pathlight, you become part of a team that shows up every day to make a real difference. You’ll work alongside passionate clinicians, dedicated support staff, and mission-driven leaders who believe in collaboration, growth, and doing the right thing—always.

Here, your work matters. Your ideas matter. You matter.

If you’re energized by purpose, motivated by impact, and ready to help transform the future of mental health treatment, you belong here.

Come build hope. Come save lives. Come grow with us.

Whatyou’llbe doing:

The Program Coordinator (PC I, PC II, PC III)is responsible forproviding direct care and supervision to patients within inpatient, residential, and partial hospitalization levels of care at ERC Pathlight. Program Coordinatorsmaintaina safe, structured, and therapeutic milieu while supporting the implementation of individualized treatment plans.

PCs provide patient supervision,maintainstructure and boundaries, support therapeutic programming,assistwith mealtime support, and complete required documentation. Level placement (I, II, III) isdeterminedbased on education, experience, and demonstrated competency.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Milieu Management
• Maintain daily program structure by following the established schedule
• Complete observation rounds and safety checks as ordered by physician
• Support patients with de-escalation and implementation of coping skills per treatment plan
• Conduct room and luggage searches
• Supervise fresh airbreaksand mindful movement exposures
• Provide ongoing bathroom monitoring
• Obtain and document patient vital signs, weights, and urine specific gravity (as applicable by location/program)
• Group Facilitation
• Participatein facilitation of therapeutic groups
• Complete required EHR documentation related to group facilitation
• Support group-based social activities and meal outings
• Meal Support
• Participate in all meals and snacks with patients
• Provide meal support using coaching and skills aligned with the treatment team
• Completetimelyandaccuratemeal-related documentation
• Support dietitians in preparation for Nutrition and Cooking Groups
• Ensure adherence to individualized meal plans and allergy-safety protocols
• Support restaurant outings as needed
• Administrative & Operational Support
• Complete required documentation in compliance with organizational and regulatory standards, including patient observations, meals, and shift-related events
• Provide patient transportation for medical appointments (as applicable by location/program)
• Supportadditionaltransportation needs including outings, grocery procurement, or other facility needs
• Assistwith food procurement as needed (may occur weekly)
• Distribute mail and packages daily

Position Expectations (All Levels)

• All Program Coordinators must:
• Be willing and able to work at all ERC Pathlight localsites asassigned
• Be compliant with certification and regulatory requirements for each practice location
• Maintain a flexible schedule to meet organizational staffing needs
• Be available to work weekends and holidays asrequired
• Be available to work on-call shifts based on business needs andin accordance withapplicable federal, state, and local labor laws

Musthaves:

Program Coordinator I (PC I)

• High School Diploma or GED(Required)
• Entry-level role:no prior direct patient care experiencerequiredunless required by state regulation(Required)
• Valid driver’s license with safe driving record:requiredonly at locations operating company vehicles or requiring driving on behalf of the company(Required)
• Washington teammates must hold a state credential(may be pending at time of hire) (Required)
• ServSafecertification may be required depending on state and local licensing regulations(Required)
• Mental Health/Psych TechorCNAcertification (Preferred)

Program Coordinator II (PC II)

• High School Diploma or GED(Required)
• Minimum of one (1) year of direct patient care experience(Required)
• Valid driver’s license with safe driving record:requiredonly at locations operating company vehicles or requiring driving on behalf of the company(Required)
• Washington teammates must hold a state credential (may bepending at time of hire)(Required)
• ServSafecertification may be required depending on state and local licensing regulations(Required)
• Mental Health/Psych Techor CAN certification (Preferred)

Program Coordinator III (PC III)

• Bachelor’s degree in behavioral healthor related field(Required)
• Minimum of six (6) months of experience in a behavioral health or related field(Required)
• Valid driver’s license with safe driving record:requiredonly at locations operating company vehicles or requiring driving on behalf of the company(Required)
• Washington teammates must hold a state credential (may bepending at time of hire)(Required)
• ServSafecertification may be required depending on state and local licensing regulations(Required)
• Mental Health/Psych Techor CAN certification(Preferred)

#ERC

The compensation range for this position is based upon candidate experience and market expectations.

Illinois Pay Range

$18.25—$29 USD

What We Offer

At ERC Pathlight, caring for people is our missionand that begins with caring for our own team. Your well-being matters, and our benefitprogramis designedto support every part of your life.

We offer competitive compensation; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous Paid Time Off; Parental Leavebenefits; Retirement benefits; and tuition reimbursement to help you continue growing in your career.

We also recognize that mental health is part of every person’s experience.That’swhy we strive to create a workplace where you feel supported, seen, and encouraged—personally,professionally, and at home.

When you thrive, you can do your best work. And your best work changes lives.