Job Information
RWJBarnabas Health Program Coordinator, IOC Program in Jersey City, New Jersey
Program Coordinator, IOC ProgramReq #:0000095439
Category:Behavioral and Mental Health
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:Jersey City Medical Center
Department:IOC Program - GL0495
Location:
Jersey City Medical Center, 355 Grand Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Job Overview:
Responsible to oversee daily operations of the Involuntary Outpatient Commitment (IOC) program. Candidate will provide administrative management, oversight, training, and support/supervision to staff members providing services to consumers. Candidate will coordinate referrals, intakes, services, and discharges based on DMHAS guidelines. Candidate will work with IOC Program assigned Psychiatrist for psychiatric evaluations and reviews for court hearings.
Qualifications:
Required:
Master s Degree in mental health field
Candidates must have a valid NJ Drivers License
Preferred:
- Bilingual Spanish or ASL preferred
Certifications and Licenses Required:
- NJ licensure as an LSW, LAC, LCSW, LPC etc.
Essential Functions:
Candidate will work closely with community, county, and state inpatient facilities as well as Hudson County Court System
Directs all aspects of the program and is responsible for: planning, continued program development, Quality Assurance, performance improvement, utilization review, customer satisfaction, and other projects assigned
Involuntary Outpatient Commitment, IOC, programs coordinate community based mental health services for individuals, who are court ordered into mental health treatment
IOC programs enroll individuals who have been assessed by mental health professionals and adjudicated by a court as meeting the legal standard for involuntary outpatient treatment
Candidates shall be innovative and creative and willing to expand 'outside the box' to develop successful therapeutic interventions for the individuals
Candidates should have strong organizational and scheduling skills, proficient with clinical documentation, strong work ethic, able to adapt to scenario changes, and be a self-motivator as well as being able to motivate others to ensure a positive work environment and positive staff morale
Candidates should embrace team work and a safety first attitude.
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Pay Range:
$ 78,000.00 minimum to $ 83,000.00 maximum Annual Salary
Let us shape the future of healthcare, together. Our competitive base rates offered will be dependent upon your relevant experience, education, and skills. In addition to base salary, we offer excellent benefits creating a competitive total rewards package to include health and welfare benefits, tuition reimbursement, retirement benefits, employee assistance programs and many opportunities for professional and personal growth.
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer