The PC should be able to
Be willing and able to work at all ERC Pathlight local sites as assigned
Be compliant with certification and regulatory requirements for each practice location
Maintain a flexible schedule to meet organizational staffing needs
Be available to work weekends and holidays as required
Be available to work on-call shifts based on business needs, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local labor laws
Essential duties and responsibilities
Milieu Management, including (but not limited to) the following
Maintains daily program structure by following program schedule
Completes observation rounds and safety checks as ordered by physician
Works with patients on de-escalation and implementing coping skills per treatment plan
Conducts room searches and luggage searches
Takes patients out on fresh air breaks and mindful movement exposures
Provides ongoing bathroom monitoring
Take patient vital signs, weights, urine Specific Gravity (may vary by location and program)
Group Facilitation
Participates in group facilitation
Compliant with documentation in EHR for group facilitation
Supports group outings
Meal Support, including (but not limited to) the following
Participates in all meals and snacks with patients as needed per facility
Provides meal support through coaching and skills per treatment team at eating disorder treatment locations (when not assigned to an eating disorder treatment location, performs other duties as assigned based on program and operational needs)
Provides administrative support as needed around mealtimes
Ensures adherence to allergy-safety system
Administrative Support
Complete all appropriate documentation as needed in compliance with standards (some indicated above) including but not limited to patient observations, meals, and events that occur during shift
Provides patient transportation as needed for medical appointments (may vary by location and program)
Supports additional transportation needs, including but not limited to outings, grocery shopping, or other facility needs
May provide support for additional food procurement as needed once per week
Distributes mail and packages daily
Must haves
Program Coordinator I (PC I)
High School Diploma or GED (required)
Valid driver’s license with safe driving record: required only at locations operating company vehicles or requiring driving on behalf of the company (required)
Washington teammates must hold a state credential (may be pending at time of hire) (required)
ServSafe certification may be required depending on state and local licensing regulations (required)
Mental Health/Psych Tech or CNA certification (preferred)
Program Coordinator II (PC II)
High School Diploma or GED (required)
Minimum of one (1) year of direct patient care experience (required)
Valid driver’s license with safe driving record: required only at locations operating company vehicles or requiring driving on behalf of the company (required)
Washington teammates must hold a state credential (may be pending at time of hire) (required)
ServSafe certification may be required depending on state and local licensing regulations (required)
Program Coordinator III (PC III)
Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health or related field (required)
Minimum of six (6) months of experience in a behavioral health or related field (required)
Valid driver’s license with safe driving record: required only at locations operating company vehicles or requiring driving on behalf of the company (required)
Washington teammates must hold a state credential (may be pending at time of hire) (required)
ServSafe certification may be required depending on state and local licensing regulations (required)
What We Offer
At ERC Pathlight, caring for people is our mission and that begins with caring for our own team. Your well-being matters, and our benefit program is designed to support every part of your life.
We offer competitive compensation; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous Paid Time Off; Parental Leave benefits; Retirement benefits; and tuition reimbursement to help you continue growing in your career.
We also recognize that mental health is part of every person’s experience. That’s why we strive to create a workplace where you feel supported, seen, and encouraged—personally, professionally, and at home.
When you thrive, you can do your best work. And your best work changes lives.
