Rutgers University
Program Coordinator (Multiple Vacancies)
Rutgers University, Plainfield, New Jersey, us, 07063
Overview
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Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title Program Coordinator (Multiple Vacancies) Job Category Staff & Executive – Project/Program Management/Planning Department UBHC-Brief Treatment-PISC-ZT0903 Overview
Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC’s 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education.
UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey. Services are readily accessible and include: inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach and case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school. Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers.
In FY2016, UBHC treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year.
Posting Summary Rutgers is interviewing for this position during our hiring event on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, and we will be extending offers immediately following successful interviews! To schedule an interview, please apply to this posting and contact Christina Clemente at 732-235-7444 or cmc783@ubhc.rutgers.edu. Our hiring event will be held at 1260 Randolph Road, Plainfield, NJ 07060 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome.
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Program Coordinator for the Specialized Addiction Treatment Services within Rutgers University Behavioral Healthcare.
Responsibilities Under supervision of Program Manager, will function as a member of the clinical and administrative leadership team in the Specialized Addiction Treatment Services (SATS). Primarily responsible for providing supervision to multi-disciplinary staff and oversight of SATS treatment services for adults. Ensures compliance with all regulations.
Among the key duties of this position are the following
Supervises staff in the Specialized Addiction Treatment Program (New Brunswick), Adult Substance Abuse Program (New Brunswick) and Horizon Program (Newark).
Performs duties relevant to a leadership position, managing daily operations of that unit, supporting goals and objectives of the University Behavioral Health Care.
Provides specialized addiction treatment/co-occurring services and ensures that all subordinate clinical staff does the same.
Provides individual, group, and family psychotherapy, as clinically indicated to meet the direct service hours established for this position.
Maintains appropriate consumer/patient records as mandated by University Behavioral HealthCare policy.
Qualifications
Master’s Degree in a behavioral health field or a relevant field plus four (4) years of postgraduate experience.
Experience in working directly with adults with severe and persistent mental illness, their families, and the agencies that serve them.
Certifications / Licenses
Must possess a license to treat clients with co-occurring disorders.
Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (L.C.A.D.C.).
Applicants possessing a degree in Social Work must have an active New Jersey certification/licensure as required by the State Board of Social Work.
Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated ability to work with clients and staff both individually and in groups.
Preferred Qualifications
One (1) year of supervisory experience.
Benefits
Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
Life insurance coverage
Employee discount programs
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Extensive reading is required. Ability to speak clearly is required. Extended periods of sitting. Hearing is essential. Lifting of up to 10 pounds. Ability to remain active as employment involves interaction with active children, crisis management, walking, and/or driving to related UBHC or community meetings.
Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic).
Special Conditions
Must consent to a urine drug screen and be fingerprinted at the employee’s expense upon hire.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
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Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title Program Coordinator (Multiple Vacancies) Job Category Staff & Executive – Project/Program Management/Planning Department UBHC-Brief Treatment-PISC-ZT0903 Overview
Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC’s 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education.
UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey. Services are readily accessible and include: inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach and case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school. Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers.
In FY2016, UBHC treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year.
Posting Summary Rutgers is interviewing for this position during our hiring event on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, and we will be extending offers immediately following successful interviews! To schedule an interview, please apply to this posting and contact Christina Clemente at 732-235-7444 or cmc783@ubhc.rutgers.edu. Our hiring event will be held at 1260 Randolph Road, Plainfield, NJ 07060 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome.
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Program Coordinator for the Specialized Addiction Treatment Services within Rutgers University Behavioral Healthcare.
Responsibilities Under supervision of Program Manager, will function as a member of the clinical and administrative leadership team in the Specialized Addiction Treatment Services (SATS). Primarily responsible for providing supervision to multi-disciplinary staff and oversight of SATS treatment services for adults. Ensures compliance with all regulations.
Among the key duties of this position are the following
Supervises staff in the Specialized Addiction Treatment Program (New Brunswick), Adult Substance Abuse Program (New Brunswick) and Horizon Program (Newark).
Performs duties relevant to a leadership position, managing daily operations of that unit, supporting goals and objectives of the University Behavioral Health Care.
Provides specialized addiction treatment/co-occurring services and ensures that all subordinate clinical staff does the same.
Provides individual, group, and family psychotherapy, as clinically indicated to meet the direct service hours established for this position.
Maintains appropriate consumer/patient records as mandated by University Behavioral HealthCare policy.
Qualifications
Master’s Degree in a behavioral health field or a relevant field plus four (4) years of postgraduate experience.
Experience in working directly with adults with severe and persistent mental illness, their families, and the agencies that serve them.
Certifications / Licenses
Must possess a license to treat clients with co-occurring disorders.
Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (L.C.A.D.C.).
Applicants possessing a degree in Social Work must have an active New Jersey certification/licensure as required by the State Board of Social Work.
Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated ability to work with clients and staff both individually and in groups.
Preferred Qualifications
One (1) year of supervisory experience.
Benefits
Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
Life insurance coverage
Employee discount programs
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Extensive reading is required. Ability to speak clearly is required. Extended periods of sitting. Hearing is essential. Lifting of up to 10 pounds. Ability to remain active as employment involves interaction with active children, crisis management, walking, and/or driving to related UBHC or community meetings.
Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic).
Special Conditions
Must consent to a urine drug screen and be fingerprinted at the employee’s expense upon hire.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
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