Program Coordinator (AAC) (NOC)

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

Job Posting closes: 05/05/2025

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Agency Information:* Adair Acute Care at Osawatomie State Hospital

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About the Position*

Who can apply: Anyone

Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Work Schedule: NOC, 8/10/12 hour rotating shifts

Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes

Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Search Keywords: Program Coordinator, Coordinator, Supervisor, Management

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Compensation:* $26.44 - $31.46

TEMPORARY additional differential of $2.50/hr for all hours worked.

• Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Osawatomie State Hospital is licensed by the State of Kansas to provide care and treatment for adults diagnosed with psychiatric disorders regardless of ability to pay. There are currently two hospitals on the Osawatomie campus in Miami county: Osawatomie State Hospital (OSH) and Adair Acute Care (AAC). Adair Acute Care are a 60-bed facility, certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

All employees are expected to work in a harmonious and cooperative fashion with other staff to provide efficient and effective customer service: to use free time as available to assist other staff in the completion of work assignments and perform other tasks as needed; to contribute to a positive work environment through a positive, helpful, courteous demeanor towards staff, customers and the general public; and to adhere to appropriate standards of conduct regarding the use of leave, reports to work on time and in the designated fashion.

The purpose of the Program Coordinator is to provide the overall leadership and supervision for a treatment program consisting of psychiatric patients in need of ongoing treatment for acute, severe, and persistent mental illness. The incumbent works directly with patients and staff to ensure that treatment needs are being addressed and that all appropriate standards are being maintained or exceeded. This involves all aspects of treatment from admission assessments through discharge planning and follow-up.

The essential functions of this position may require physical strength to frequently push, pull, twist, bend, squat, walk, stand for extended periods of time, lift and/or restrain residents with or without assistance and respond to aggressive resident behavior with specific, trained techniques. Be able to observe and respond to residents in distress.

Osawatomie State Hospital Adair Acute Care is funded in part by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and is subject to requirements bestowed by Federal and State levels of government conditions of participation.

Employment Benefits

Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage

Sick & Vacation leave

Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave

Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)

Fitness Centers in select locations

Employee discounts with the STAR Program

Retirement and deferred compensation programs

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…

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Position Summary & Responsibilities*

Position Summary:

The individual in this role will be responsible for providing the overall leadership and supervision for a treatment program consisting of psychiatric patients in need of ongoing treatment for acute, severe & persistent mental illness. This incumbent works directly with patients and staff to ensure that treatment needs are being addressed and that all appropriate standards are being maintained or exceeded. This involves all aspects of treatment from admission assessments through discharge planning and follow-up.

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Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:*

• Overseeing all phases of treatment from admission and assessment through discharge.
• Setting goals and documenting staff performance
• Coordinating quality of care reviews in collaboration with discipline leaders
• Assist others in the completion of work assessments and other tasks as needed

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Qualifications*

• Education: Bachelor's degree in human services field, years of service can be substituted for education.
• Preferred Qualifications: Having two years of experience managing or directing a program in a Mental Health setting.

Recruiter Contact Information

Name: Jacqueline Barnett

Email: Jacqueline.Barnett@ks.gov

Phone: 913-755-7204

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How to Claim Veterans Preference*

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

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Landon State Office Building
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Topeka, KS 66612

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Equal Employment Opportunity*

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

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Pay: $26.44 - $31.46 per hour

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26 - $31