Program Coordinator (3891-380)

Youth Consultation Service (YCS) is seeking a dedicated and motivated

Program Coordinator

to join our team. This role provides leadership and oversight within the program, ensuring high-quality care, youth engagement, and support. The Program Coordinator serves as the

Shift Supervisor

and facilitates required psychoeducational and milieu-based activities in accordance with agency and state standards.

Key Responsibilities

Lead daily program operations as Shift Supervisor.

Participate in monthly treatment team meetings.

Monitor youth transition plans and follow up to prevent delays.

Conduct youth orientation within the first 24 hours of admission.

Facilitate daily milieu activities and weekly community integration outings.

Provide direct youth supervision and support.

Ensure staff provide pre‑vocational skills training per IOS standards.

Deliver or ensure delivery of weekly psychoeducational groups (pro‑social skills, life skills, coping strategies, problem‑solving, etc.).

Demonstrate knowledge of Ansell Casey or Botvin Life Skills training (3 hours weekly as applicable).

Review and respond to all incident reports during assigned shifts.

Collaborate professionally with all internal departments.

Cooperate with regulatory agencies (OOL, Medicaid, CARF) during inspections or investigations, ensuring timely, truthful, and compliant participation.

Required Skills & Abilities

Strong supervisory and leadership abilities.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and writing skills.

Ability to multitask and solve problems in a fast‑paced environment.

Strong organizational and time‑management skills; able to prioritize and delegate.

Proficiency with computers and documentation requirements.

Valid New Jersey driver’s license and ability to transport youth as needed.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree

with 3+ years of relevant experience ,

or

Unlicensed Master’s level practitioner

with 1 year of related experience .

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Must successfully complete background checks, registry checks, drug testing, physical exam, and meet annual compliance requirements.

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer.

Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.

Ability to travel between program locations when necessary.

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