Behavioral Health Project Coordinator (PT), Women Against Abuse

Posted by on March 14, 2011

Behavioral Health Project Coordinator (PT), Women Against Abuse

Posted on: March 1, 2011

We are starting a new behavioral health initiative and will begin building a coalition to improve community access to healthcare, both physical and behavioral health. WAA will serve as the lead provider of trauma informed behavioral health services in a coalition of agencies.

WAA is committed to a work environment built on honesty, transparency, teamwork, accountability, and a high level of professionalism.

Behavioral Health Project Coordinator (PT)
The Project Coordinator will be the coordinator of this behavioral health initiative for a community based health center pilot project. The goal is to continue building a coalition to improve community access to healthcare, both physical and behavioral health. WAA will serve as the lead provider of trauma informed behavioral health services in a coalition of agencies whose goal is to improve linkages and ultimately increase accessibility to physical and behavioral health resources for residents within a section of lower North Philadelphia (a 33-square block neighborhood). Responsibilities of this position will include: providing assistance with the start up operation of this initiative, including creating & managing the project files, records, coordination of meetings (agendas, minutes, follow up), ensuring we meet reporting requirements, and other grant management related items; assisting with the collaboration among service providers within the community based health center; providing trauma-informed behavioral health services to a population experiencing high levels of violence, in order to mitigate the long-term effects of trauma; researching and reporting on best practices for community based holistic health services, as required; and actively participating in training and education regarding the Sanctuary Model.

This project and the coordinator position are funded for approximately 2 ½ years, with the hope of becoming permanent at the completion.

Qualifications:
• A Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or other social science related field
• At least two year of experience providing therapeutic services to adults
• Prior supervisory experience and coordinating services required
• Project and/or grant management experience required
• Strong administrative and organizational skills with a minimum of 2 years experience
• Advanced Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc..) skills
• Knowledge of the dynamics of trauma is preferred
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of the dynamics of addiction, co-dependency, recovery and relapse prevention is preferred
• Knowledge of the Sanctuary Model is a plus
• Able to work extended and flex hours when necessary
• Ability to work under pressure and handle crisis situations
• Must satisfactorily pass criminal (state & FBI) and child abuse clearances and must attend 40 hours of Domestic Violence Training

Hours: part-time Monday thru Friday, scheduled 20 hours per week (schedule TBD). Salary: commensurate with experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we support diversity in our workplace. We strongly encourage diverse candidates to apply.

For consideration, please send your cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to:
Human Resources, recruiter@womenagainstabuse.org