Program Director (Work Release)

Summary

The Program Director of the Community Release Program directly manages the Work Release Program in Bridgeport and is responsible for the management of all staffing at that facility. The position will ensure that the program is coordinated and operated in a manner consistent with Connecticut Renaissance policies & procedures and the requirements of the Department of Correction. The director reports to the Director of Community Release Programs and interacts with all levels of management to identify and resolve operational, outcomes and customer satisfaction issues in a timely, efficient manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Actively manage the day-to-day operations of the Maple Street Bridgeport Work Release Program, including staffing supervision, communications and coordination with the Department of Correction.
• Provide and document supervision and oversight for all staff members performing evaluations, intakes, case management duties, and direct supervision of clients.
• Oversee, participate in, and evaluate the results of reviews/audits of clients' charts/records to ensure quality of services and adherence to Renaissance's Policies and Procedures and funding source regulations.
• Coordinate and participate in the hiring, management, and evaluation of residential staff members.
• Schedule and manage all staff positions at the Maple Street Bridgeport facility.
• Work with the Facilities Director to ensure the facility is well maintained, clean, and compliant with all local and state regulations.
• Maintain on-call procedures that are functional at all times to respond to emergencies.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of operations of residential work release programs, outcome measures and quality improvement processes, electronic healthcare record systems.
• Ability to supervise staff, develop performance evaluations, manage and schedule staff in a residential environment.
• Ability to multitask and manage priorities effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to work and make decisions independently.
• Good communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
• Ability to assimilate new information and technology.
• Ability to frequently climb stairs.
• Active Connecticut driver’s license.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice.
• Proven supervisory ability.
• Experience with Department of Correction programs and clients (a plus).
• One year experience in related residential programs.

Work Style

• Highly dependable, able to manage a diverse staff, detail oriented, flexible, able to solve problems, and interface easily with clients, staff, and management.

This job description covers the most significant duties but does not exclude others assignments or related duties.

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