Staunton -- a service of Liberty Point Behavioral Healthcare, LLC -- is seeking a Group Coordinator (Patient Care Coordinator) to join our Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) team. This opportunity is full-time and offers full benefits, generous paid time off, and competitive pay . In early 2025, Liberty Point Behavioral Healthcare opened
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- Staunton , a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) which caters to male and female adolescent patients, age 11-17. We provide trauma-informed psychiatric treatment to youth who are experiencing emotional, behavioral, and educational difficulties. This is an intensive treatment opportunity for youth in a secure and supportive environment -- a good fit for children and teens who are either stepping down from acute inpatient hospitalization after stabilization, or from a residential treatment program, or for individuals who need more mental health support than a traditional outpatient setting provides. This program is less restrictive than an inpatient setting and can help ease the transition back into the community, home, and school. Our primary focus at
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is on encouraging constructive change and personal growth, learning positive ways to get appropriate attention, improving behavior choices, improving emotional expression, learning problem-solving skills, and developing thinking patterns that support positive well-being. Open since March 2005, Liberty Point also operates a residential treatment center (RTC) for adolescent males ages 12-17 with psychiatric disorders and co-occurring intellectual disabilities. We specialize in working with young men who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. We are a 42-bed facility with a program that prepares young men for return to a home, a less restrictive environment, or to independent living.
Job Description & Essential Duties:
Provide direct supervision and care for intellectually disabled adolescents in an outpatient educational & therapeutic environment Serve as a role model for patients to observe and help patients learn socially effective values, attitudes, and behaviors Provide positive and appropriate intervention, limit-setting, response, problem-solving, and guidance when needed Provide effective, accurate, and legible documentation in a timely fashion Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and follow-thru with patient treatment plans and interventions Respond to children in a caring, mature manner while demonstrating sound professional boundaries with both residents and staff Assist in management of aggressive behavior as needed; provide accurate and effective crisis intervention techniques when necessary Identify potential triggers and/or situations as early as possible that may cause or lead to changes in patient's behaviors/moods while reducing the potential for serious incidents or physical restraint Consistently exhibit mental and emotional ability to understand and perform the essential functions of the job
Job Requirements:
Must be at least 21 years of age At a minimum, hold a high school diploma or GED; Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services field preferred Have at least two years of work experience with children, or completed two years of coursework in a related field at an institution of higher learning Knowledge of educational, child development and classroom teaching/management theories with a good understanding of educational and therapeutic interventions is preferred Hold a valid driver's license with a good driving record Successful candidates must also be able to : Lift and carry up to 50 pounds, Effectively use the full range of body motion, - sit, bend, kneel or stand for more than an hour if needed. Reflect behavior, attitude, and appearance appropriate to the position and be supportive of the facility and division philosophy, goals, and objectives Successfully complete crisis intervention training and pass all components of Handle With Care & Verbal De-escalation Effectively perform facility approved First Aid and CPR techniques ( CPR, First Aid, and HWC training will be obtained during new employee orientation)
Benefits :
https://benefits.uhsguest.com/ Home/Work Life Balance Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug plans 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match Life Insurance Flexible Spending or Health Savings Account Generous Paid Time Off Career Development Opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries A Challenging and Rewarding Work Environment Company stock purchase discount Employee Assistance Program Pay is Hourly (bi-weekly) and is commensurate with education and experience. Liberty Point is a drug-free and alcohol-free workplace. A pre-hire drug screen, pre-hire background checks, and education verification are required of all new employees. About Universal Health Services Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid orientation Paid sick time Paid time off Paid training Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Safety equipment provided Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you meet the minimum age requirement for this position? (per Va CRF regulations, all employees must be at least 21 years of age) [YES or NO]