Program Support Specialist

Join Newport Healthcare: Transform Lives Through Meaningful Work!

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career in psychiatric healthcare? At Newport Healthcare, we are passionate about delivering exceptional mental health services to individuals in need. Our comprehensive approach covers the entire spectrum of care, creating a wealth of diverse roles for those who aspire to make a real impact.

We believe in nurturing talent and fostering professional growth in a supportive environment. Here, you won't just find a job-you'll discover a fulfilling career path in the mental health field.

If you're eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization and help change lives for the better, we invite you to join our dedicated team at Newport Healthcare. Together, we can make a profound difference in the lives of those we serve!

As a Program Support Specialist, you will be an integral part of our multidisciplinary team, assisting in the observations, planning, interventions, and evaluation of patient care. Your responsibilities will include:

• Safety First: Monitor the milieu for potential safety hazards
• Therapeutic Engagement: Utilize therapeutic approaches to manage the milieu and de-escalate situations, fostering a supportive atmosphere.
• Transportation Coordination: Assist in coordinating transportation for patients to ensure they can access the care they need.
• Clerical Support: Perform various clerical functions as directed, contributing to the smooth operation of the program.
• Cultural Competence: Be oriented and educated in trauma-informed, culturally responsive care to meet the diverse needs of our patients.
• Activity Coordination: Provide coverage for skills, goals, and activity groups, enhancing patient engagement.
• Communication Liaison: Facilitate initial communication and scheduling of staffing meetings with schools upon patient admission.
• Intake Support: Complete intakes as designated and perform non-clinical administrative tasks as delegated by Social Workers or RNs.

What you bring:

• Bachelor's degree and have at least 1 year of experience working in behavioral health.
• Excellent customer service skills and a professional demeanor.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable with office equipment.
• thrive in fast-paced environments and can adapt quickly to changing situations.
• strong communicator, both verbally and in writing.
• ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in high-pressure situations.

Compensation for this role ranges from $22-$28 per hour depending on education and experience.

We are committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation. An individual's pay rate within the posted range is determined by several factors, including skills, experience, education, and market conditions. Additionally, we consider internal equity to ensure fairness within our organization.

Benefit options include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid time off including sick time
• Voluntary Short term and long-term disability
• 401K with company match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment

Join Us:

Join us in our mission to provide outstanding support and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we assist. Your contributions can help shape the future of our care services-apply today!

PrairieCare is a psychiatric healthcare system experiencing rapid growth in the Twin Cities and southern Minnesota. With multiple sites across the metro, including locations in Rochester and Mankato, PrairieCare has quickly grown to become one of Minnesota's largest providers of mental health services to children, adolescents, adults, and their families.

Newport Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Newport Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Newport Healthcare is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process please email accommodations@newportacademy.com for assistance.