Program Coordinator

CAREX BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES

Program Coordinator

Columbus, OH +1 location
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Competitive salary

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Job Summary

    The Program Coordinator plays a vital role in overseeing the daily operations of afterschool and summer programs that provide therapeutic services to youth. This position serves as a liaison between facilitators, program directors, and other key stakeholders to ensure program effectiveness, compliance, and high-quality service delivery.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    · Review and assess program documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.

    · Monitor program performance and adherence to policies and procedures, including in-person site visits.

    · Identify areas for improvement and work with facilitators/directors to implement corrective actions

    · Serve as the primary point of contact between facilitators, program directors, and organizational leadership.

    · Provide ongoing support and guidance to program staff.

    · Facilitate regular meetings to discuss program updates, challenges, and best practices.

    · Conduct scheduled and unannounced site visits to assess program operations and service quality.

    · Ensure that youth participants receive appropriate services in a safe and structured environment. Provide feedback and recommendations to enhance program effectiveness.

    · Maintain accurate records of program activities, compliance findings, and corrective actions. Prepare reports summarizing program performance and compliance status.

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in social work, Psychology, Education, or a related field or adequate work experience.

    • Minimum of 3 years of experience in program coordination, behavioral health, mentoring, or youth services.

    • Understanding of therapeutic services for youth and program compliance standards.

    • Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. • Ability to conduct site visits and travel as needed.

    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and database management system

    Working Conditions

    · Work is primarily conducted in a professional office setting.

    · Regular site visits to program locations (e.g., schools, community centers, or partner sites) are required.

    · The role requires flexibility to accommodate after-school and summer program hours, which may include occasional evenings and weekends.

    · May involve working in varied environments, including indoor and outdoor program spaces.

    · Must be able to travel locally between sites; reliable transportation is required.

    Physical Requirements

    · Ability to remain in a stationary position (e.g., sitting or standing) for extended periods while working at a computer or attending meetings.

    · Ability to move through program sites, including walking, standing, and occasional bending or lifting.

    · Ability to lift and transport materials or supplies up to 25 pounds.

    · Visual acuity to read documents, screens, and program materials.

    · Ability to communicate effectively with staff, participants, and community partners in person, by phone, and via email.

    · Must be able to maintain composure and professionalism in dynamic or high-energy program environments.

  • Locations
    Columbus, OH • Dayton, OH