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Center for Human Development

Senior Program Director

waterbury, CT

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Center for Human Development lists this Senior Program Director opportunity in waterbury, Connecticut. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Adult Mental Health - Connecticut Waterbury, CT 06706, USA

Description

The Center for Human Development (CHD) is seeking a Senior Program Director for our Community Outreach team in Connecticut. Through this program, we have subsidized housing models to help residents access community resources, arrange meals, plan social activities, and manage any issues that arise. With a program goal to help foster a sense of stability and community for participants.

As a Senior Program Director, you will actively support the mission, purpose, philosophy and values of CHD and maintain a high level of professionalism and commitment to program staff. You will work to develop and manage a quality program designed to integrate clients served into the community. The Supportive Housing Program combines housing with services for older adults and people living with disabilities. The Program Director oversees all facets of programs designed to integrate formerly institutionalized and/or homeless adults in need of service by serving as a liaison to providers and the community. The ideal candidate creates and maintains open, effectual lines of communication and is responsible for the functioning of all supportive housing, and housing related programming in CT.

The Senior Program Director provides supervision, training and support to staff members to enhance effectiveness and foster ongoing growth and development. You will work as a liaison to contracting agencies and the community with strong and effective lines of communication.

REQUIREMENTS

Master's degree in human services-related field from accredited institution (preferred)

3-5 years of management experience in a mental health related program

3 years of supervisory experience

Experience with supportive Housing and HUD housing

Approved criminal background and driving check

Registered & insured vehicle available for work purposes

SUCCESS FACTORS

Knowledge of behaviorism and behavioral dynamics

Ability to develop and implement program policies and procedures in compliance with state regulations and sound clinical practice

Develop and maintain positive relationships with the community and other service providers and funding agencies

Display effective leadership with the ability to develop, supervise, motivate and train staff

Ability to develop, negotiate, and monitor budgets, contracts, and proposals

Ensure that self and staff consistently demonstrate client advocacy skills and ability to build effective community and social service agency networks and relationships

Confident and assertive leader that is open and direct

Support staff and client needs with a sensitivity to issues of human oppression and diversity.

Take advantage of a competitive salary ranging from $85,000-95,000/year, as well as a comprehensive benefits package including 403B.

AT CENTER FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT (CHD), Care Finds a way:

The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad range of high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. At CHD we are celebrating differences, inclusion is not just a policy- it is a daily practice. Multicultural, multilingual, and fluent in sign language, CHD is a reflection of those we serve.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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waterbury, CT, 06720, US

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