Program Coordinator

Acadia Healthcare; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare in Tucson, AZ seeks a coordinator to oversee therapeutic groups for high-acuity patients, ensuring programming meets clinical outcomes and engagement goals.

The role includes collaborating with treatment teams, leading group activities, documenting care, and maintaining a compassionate, professional patient environment while addressing concerns and safety priorities. Preferred candidates have a behavioral health background and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work or related field preferred.
• One or more years previous experience in behavioral health with population of the facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care to include coordinating activities, providing companionship and assisting with basic daily needs.
• Collaborate with treatment team members to assist with patient treatment and/or care goals.
• May serve as a co-lead for groups.
• Monitor the daily well-being of patients and identify need for social intervention.
• Ensure all documentation regarding the program, such as care, treatment or incidents, is completed in a clear, concise, professional and completed in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work or related field preferred

Tools

CPR certification

De-escalation/restraint certification

First aid certification

Job description

Purpose Statement

Responsible for coordinating and overseeing therapeutic groups and activities for high-acuity patient populations requiring specialized programming. Assesses patient needs and responses to treatment and recommends modifications to group content and activities to support clinical outcomes and patient engagement.

Purpose Statement

Responsible for coordinating and overseeing therapeutic groups and activities for high-acuity patient populations requiring specialized programming. Assesses patient needs and responses to treatment and recommends modifications to group content and activities to support clinical outcomes and patient engagement.

Essential Functions

• Provide patient care to include coordinating activities, providing companionship and assisting with basic daily needs (dressing, bathing, eating).
• Collaborate with treatment team members to assist with patient treatment and/or care goals.
• May serve as a co-lead for groups.
• Monitor the daily well-being of patients and identify need for social intervention.
• Ensure all documentation regarding the program, such as care, treatment or incidents, is completed in a clear, concise, professional and completed in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Other Functions

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Education/Experience/Skill Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work or related field preferred.
• One or more years previous experience in behavioral health with population of the facility preferred.

Licenses/Designations/Certifications

• Certification in specialty of program preferred.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

Schedule/Shift

• Preferred shift for this position is Monday-Friday (8am-5pm).
• Ideal candidate will coordinate and be available for specialty groups/activities, as needed

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