Program Coordinator III - Jonesboro - IDD TC Program

Arisa Health is seeking candidates to fill a Program Coordinator position for our IDD TC Program in Jonesboro, serving individuals with mental health needs, including those with occurring intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD).

A master's degree in Counseling or Social Work with a current terminal Arkansas license (LPC or LCSW) is required.  The candidate should have excellent communication (oral and written), time management, organizational, computer (including Excel) and leadership skills.  At least two years of experience working with clients in a mental health setting is required.  The ability to be self-motivated, organized and to work independently as well as with a treatment team model is required, along with the ability to work within school settings.  Candidates should have the ability to organize and prioritize and be patient, consistent, and flexible.  Experience supporting individuals with IDD within a therapeutic community, residential, or structured treatment environment is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities include serving as the facility leader by training, developing and coaching staff.  Other responsibilities include facilitating the weekly staffing to review admissions and other  paperwork, reviewing deadlines, communicating policy and procedure information and providing supervision. This person will also be responsible for representing the agency in the community through participation in appropriate committees and activities. Training in an evidence-based trauma model preferred as well as knowledge of the child welfare system.

Arisa Health is Arkansas' largest and most comprehensive nonprofit behavioral health provider. Formed by the affiliation of 4 long-standing Arkansas community mental health centers, Arisa Health leads with exceptional care that nurtures health and well-being for all. Arisa provides outpatient services, Crisis services and emergency screening, substance abuse counseling, intensive children services, intensive adult services, medical services, and residential services in 41 Arkansas counties.

Work Hours: Full time, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

What we offer our team members: 

• A mission driven company dedicated to transforming communities one life at a time.


• A great benefits package that includes (but is not limited to) Medical/Dental/Vision, 401(k)/Roth plan with matching, and Healthcare Savings Accounts.


• Ongoing training throughout your employment


• Paid Time Off and Holidays throughout the year to recharge.


• Company sponsored Whole Health programs designed to recharge our teams.

Arisa Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Arisa Health aspires to lead with exceptional care that nurtures health and well-being for all by promoting an environment that is welcoming, equitable, inclusive, and diverse. We desire a workforce that represents the communities we serve. As such, we aim to make a difference by building a trustworthy culture that advances opportunities for growth while also encouraging excellence, innovation, and collaboration. At Arisa Health, we endeavor to work and live with passion as we strive to transform communities one life at a time.