Youth Program Director

Youth Program Director - Job #569
Litchfield, CT06759
Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm
Salary: $75,000

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Youth Residential Program Director (one assigned to each cottage) alongside the Clinical Program Director will collaboratively and comprehensively maintain all day-to-day operations for the Community Diversion program and its residents. Creating an effective program culture is one of the most important roles of this position, and the Residential Program Director will manage all milieu and culture related tasks. Maintaining safety and security being the other primary responsibility of this job, the Residential Program Director will ensure staffing is efficient and adequate and programming can always remain functional. The Residential PD will also collaborate with the Clinical PD to assure fidelity is observed with DBT, and staff learning and education is ongoing and effective.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• Masters Degree
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or similar field with at least 5 years of residential program experience – Required
• Supervisory Experience is preferred, but not required
• On-call availability and ability to respond in person when special incidents or crisis occur – Required
• A valid driver’s license with clean driving record – Required
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred, but not required
• Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
• Communication Proficiency
• Collaboration Skills

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Co-facilitate the weekly Multi-Disciplinary Team meeting with the Clinical Program Director and assure there is clear and consistent communication between all members of the team (APRN, Nurse, milieu staff, Case Managers, and JBCSSD).

• Collaborate with Clinical Program Director for the completion and submission of Incident Reports
• Spearhead the recruitment and onboarding of new staff and manage disciplinary action and performance improvement planning with Clinical Program Director of staff as warranted
• Coordinate with CJR’s Training Coordinator to request trainings as needed for staff as well as maintain annual training requirements as determined by the JBCSSD contract
• Collaborate with Clinical Program Director to understand treatment needs and goals of all CD residents; attend meetings with stakeholders as they arise due to client behaviors/challenges in the program and/or potential removals
• Supervise program staff by providing direction, coaching/support, input and feedback
• Complete scheduling with Shift Supervisors
• Manage time off requests and program call outsComplete DATIS timesheet approvals
• Act as PREA Manager and collaborate with CJR PREA Coordinator on all training requirements and investigation matters as needed
• Provide support to milieu staff in the facilitation and implementation of DBT
• Supervise the completion of residential paperwork and CCAS audit requirements; manage the pipe system to assure the appropriate supervision of youth; conduct camera reviews as needed
• Management of all Flex Funds requests and documentation
• Function as a role model and resource to staff ensuring staff receive orientation and appropriate training in accordance with program standards
• Incorporate and reinforce cultural competency, gender responsivity and trauma-informed principles into all aspects of the program
• Behave Ethically: Understand ethical behavior and business practices, and ensure that own behavior and the behavior of others is consistent with these standards and aligns with the values of the organization
• Focus on Client Needs: Anticipate, understand, and respond to the needs of internal and external clients to meet or exceed their expectations within program parameters
• Ability to communicate, cooperate and serve people from all cultural identities with respect, professionalism, integrity and fairness in a manner that recognizes the individuality of each person
• Foster Teamwork: Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance program effectiveness
• Regular and consistent attendance
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor

RATE OF PAY & SCHEDULE

• Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm
• This position has on call responsibilities, and all Residential Directors may need to flex their daily schedule (start later/leave later) depending on the needs of the program, residents, staffing, and in the event of emergencies or unplanned crisis.
• Annual salary of $75,000
  • Position has a $20/hour per-diem rate for hours worked outside of the salary position at the discretion of the Director of Residential Services.

BENEFITS

At CJR, we pride ourselves on creating a compassionate, culturally responsive work environment and offering a comprehensive benefits package that encourages and supports a healthy work/life balance. Joining our team, full-time employees will enjoy the following benefits:

• Free daily nutritious meals
• Low-cost Medical Insurance Plan option
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance offered after 30 days of employment
• Company Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Generous Paid Vacation Package (unused time eligible for carry over)
• Generous Paid Sick Time (unused time eligible for carry over)
• Paid Holiday Time (separate from vacation time)
• Floating Holidays (separate from paid vacation time and paid holiday time)
• Annual monetary incentives
• Tuition Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Company Celebrations & Employee Recognition Program
• Employee discounts (cell phone, computer)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Qualified Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employer Federal Student Aid
• 10%-20% tuition discount at many local educational institutions, including those listed by the CT Nonprofit Alliance

ABOUT CJR

A career at CJR is focused on working to ensure that every young person has an opportunity to thrive! CJR reaches across the state of Connecticut to deliver a broad continuum of care through our residential, education, wellness, and community-based programs. At CJR, you will experience a fulfilling career with an employer that encourages advancement, respects diversity, and rewards excellence!

CJR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry. We embrace the competitive advantage of diversity.

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