Wellspring
Assistant Program Coordinator - Crisis Stabilization Unit - Adult Mental Health
Wellspring, Louisville, Kentucky, us, 40201
Assistant Program Coordinator – Crisis Stabilization Unit – Adult Mental Health
Posted: 2 days ago • 2nd shift 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM (full-time)
Agency Overview
Since 1982 Wellspring has championed mental health recovery in Louisville, serving some of the most vulnerable people in our community. We support adults in building healthy & hopeful lives through behavioral health, housing, & employment services. Wellspring’s recovery-oriented programming incorporates person-centered care and a multidisciplinary approach. We provide high-quality housing and community integration opportunities.
What We Offer
Wellspring values Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and encourages all people to apply.
Mission of the Crisis Stabilization Program
The program assists adults experiencing an acute psychiatric episode, helping them avoid hospitalization and achieve stabilization while receiving intensive treatment, close monitoring, and medication management in a homelike setting. The 16‑bed program operates at the Samuel B. Todd Center and the David J. Block Center, both licensed and accredited crisis stabilization facilities.
Position Overview
The Assistant Program Coordinator provides clients with support in daily activities and manages household operations under the supervision of the Program Coordinator. The role collaborates with the Program Coordinator and interdisciplinary team to ensure quality, client-centered care.
CSU Assistant Program Coordinator Duties & Responsibilities General
Provides for the safety, support, and wellbeing of residents.
Maintains integrity and security of the facility and property consistent with Environment of Care Standards (ECS).
Provides supportive counseling and crisis intervention consistent with program objectives, goals, and philosophy.
Advises and consults with on-call staff when appropriate.
Assists Program Coordinator in handling medication and disposing of hazardous material.
Maintains knowledge of resident status including appointments, activities, destinations, and travel times.
Remains informed regarding resident mental and physical status.
Reviews progress log at the beginning of each shift, documenting a progress log entry on each resident per shift.
Resident Support
Supervises self-administration of medication and monitors medication regimen.
Provides general skills training: chores, kitchen tasks, medication, laundry, grooming, and other daily living skills.
Monitors and ensures completion of chores to keep the house clean during shifts.
Facilitates new resident orientation.
Assists with symptom assessment and treatment planning with clinical teams.
Coordinates client schedules and needs with social workers and case managers.
Arranges transportation to outside appointments and personal needs.
Assesses readiness for discharge with treatment team.
Supports clients in attaining treatment plan goals.
Assesses and documents census board/contact notes at shift change.
Facilitates and leads group activities and assists clients in attending outside groups.
Encourages resident social interaction.
Completes shift‑change protocol with incoming staff.
Staff Supervision
Assists Program Coordinator in recruiting and hiring new staff.
Assists in planning and implementing employee training and orientation.
Provides ongoing supervision for Program Assistant, Psychiatric Rehab Specialist, and Peer Support Staff.
Assists in completing staffing schedule and processing leave requests.
Administrative
Monitors use of petty cash and balances & reports.
Assists with bus ticket usage, ordering, and reporting.
Maintains working knowledge of budget and controls spending per guidelines.
Oversees procurement of food, supplies, equipment, and program needs with Program Coordinator.
Submits check requests and receipts to accounting office promptly.
Attends and co-leads staff/treatment team meetings.
Attends agency program meetings.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
One year of social service or mental health experience is required.
Additional Information
Full-time, 2nd shift (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM).
Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Generous paid holidays and vacation
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and more
Employment Type Full-time, entry level
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Agency Overview
Since 1982 Wellspring has championed mental health recovery in Louisville, serving some of the most vulnerable people in our community. We support adults in building healthy & hopeful lives through behavioral health, housing, & employment services. Wellspring’s recovery-oriented programming incorporates person-centered care and a multidisciplinary approach. We provide high-quality housing and community integration opportunities.
What We Offer
Wellspring values Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and encourages all people to apply.
Mission of the Crisis Stabilization Program
The program assists adults experiencing an acute psychiatric episode, helping them avoid hospitalization and achieve stabilization while receiving intensive treatment, close monitoring, and medication management in a homelike setting. The 16‑bed program operates at the Samuel B. Todd Center and the David J. Block Center, both licensed and accredited crisis stabilization facilities.
Position Overview
The Assistant Program Coordinator provides clients with support in daily activities and manages household operations under the supervision of the Program Coordinator. The role collaborates with the Program Coordinator and interdisciplinary team to ensure quality, client-centered care.
CSU Assistant Program Coordinator Duties & Responsibilities General
Provides for the safety, support, and wellbeing of residents.
Maintains integrity and security of the facility and property consistent with Environment of Care Standards (ECS).
Provides supportive counseling and crisis intervention consistent with program objectives, goals, and philosophy.
Advises and consults with on-call staff when appropriate.
Assists Program Coordinator in handling medication and disposing of hazardous material.
Maintains knowledge of resident status including appointments, activities, destinations, and travel times.
Remains informed regarding resident mental and physical status.
Reviews progress log at the beginning of each shift, documenting a progress log entry on each resident per shift.
Resident Support
Supervises self-administration of medication and monitors medication regimen.
Provides general skills training: chores, kitchen tasks, medication, laundry, grooming, and other daily living skills.
Monitors and ensures completion of chores to keep the house clean during shifts.
Facilitates new resident orientation.
Assists with symptom assessment and treatment planning with clinical teams.
Coordinates client schedules and needs with social workers and case managers.
Arranges transportation to outside appointments and personal needs.
Assesses readiness for discharge with treatment team.
Supports clients in attaining treatment plan goals.
Assesses and documents census board/contact notes at shift change.
Facilitates and leads group activities and assists clients in attending outside groups.
Encourages resident social interaction.
Completes shift‑change protocol with incoming staff.
Staff Supervision
Assists Program Coordinator in recruiting and hiring new staff.
Assists in planning and implementing employee training and orientation.
Provides ongoing supervision for Program Assistant, Psychiatric Rehab Specialist, and Peer Support Staff.
Assists in completing staffing schedule and processing leave requests.
Administrative
Monitors use of petty cash and balances & reports.
Assists with bus ticket usage, ordering, and reporting.
Maintains working knowledge of budget and controls spending per guidelines.
Oversees procurement of food, supplies, equipment, and program needs with Program Coordinator.
Submits check requests and receipts to accounting office promptly.
Attends and co-leads staff/treatment team meetings.
Attends agency program meetings.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
One year of social service or mental health experience is required.
Additional Information
Full-time, 2nd shift (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM).
Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Generous paid holidays and vacation
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and more
Employment Type Full-time, entry level
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