Community Services Coordinator

Job Category Staff & Executive - Healthcare Overview New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates. Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Community Services Coordinator in the Department of Emergency Medicine within the New Jersey Medical School (NJMS). The Community Services Coordinator for the Mobile Community Health (MCH) program provides direct community-based outreach and overdose response services while serving as the operational lead for the MCH team. This role combines community engagement, care coordination, and research implementation responsibilities. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Conducts community outreach to connect individuals with opioid treatment programs and MOUD providers. Responds alongside EMS providers to 911 and overdose calls, providing care navigation, support services, and linkage to care. Provides education, guidance, and navigation support to individuals with opioid use disorder. Coordinates follow-up care and referrals to medical, behavioral health, and social service providers. Collaborates with hospital and community partners to ensure seamless transitions from the Emergency Department to community-based care.

FLSA:

Exempt Grade:

23S Minimum Salary 65272.000 Mid Range Salary 78208.000 Maximum Salary 92772.000 Offer Information The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. Benefits Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: 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

Position Status:

Full Time Standard Hours:

37.50 Work Arrangement This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description:

HPAE 5094

Payroll Designation:

PeopleSoft Terms of Appointment:

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility:

ABP Minimum Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in Public Health, Human Services, Social Work, or a related field, plus three (3) years of relevant experience in coordination, patient navigation, or community-based services. Equivalent experience, education and/or training may be substituted for the education requirements. Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree preferred. Experience working with individuals diagnosed with Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) or Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is strongly preferred. Lived experience or experience working with populations impacted by OUD/SUD is preferred. Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. No special vision requirements. Must be able to lift or exert a force up to thirty-five (35) pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Office environment. Moderate noise level.

Regional Campus:

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus:

Newark (RBHS) City Newark State NJ