Clinical Program Director: Adult Outpatient Services -7367

Community Health Resources (CHR); Killingly (CT); On-site; USD 71,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Community Health Resources (CHR) in Danielson, CT is seeking a Clinical Program Director for Adult Outpatient Services. This full-time, 40 hrs/wk role leads clinical direction, ensures service quality, and oversees staff performance within the program.

The position requires a Masters in a mental health field and CT-licensed credentials (LCSW/LMFT/LPC or Licensed Psychologist; LADC substitution allowed in some programs). Weekday schedule with on-call coverage is expected.

Qualifications

• Education: Masters degree in mental health related field.
• Experience: A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience as a Clinician. Two years of clinical supervisory experience or management in a behavioral health setting preferred.
• Licensure/Certification/Registration: LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or Licensed Psychologist required in CT. LADC can be substituted for LCSW, LMFT, LPC or Licensed Psychologist in some programs

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical direction and leadership within the Team.
• Ensures clients receive services that are focused on presenting problems and clients’ request for treatment.
• Directs crisis intervention efforts and intervenes as required.
• Monitors client meetings, admission, continued stay and discharge criteria.
• Reviews caseloads regularly to ensure appropriate utilization of services.
• Oversees hiring, training, and performance management of staff within the program.
• Participates in internal and external meetings as needed by program and agency.
• Ensures client, program and agency documentation is completed in a timely manner and according to program, agency, funder and accreditation/licensing standards.
• Acts as primary point person for program and provides back up coverage as needed by program and agency.
• Ensures proper maintenance of vehicles/if applicable.
• Will collaborate across teams and divisions to improve quality, workflow, and communication to improve efficiency and general outcomes
• Ensures timely completion of reports.
• Oversees completion of chart audits.
• Ensures completion of insurance authorization for services rendered as necessary.
• Develop and executes marketing plan for program as needed
• On call coverage during and after program hours as assigned.
• Ensures proper maintenance of vehicles/if applicable.
• Participates in committees to improve agency service delivery and quality improvement.
• Responsible for program budgets and productivity expectations
• Ensures compliance with regulating bodies.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Staff supervision

Program direction

Education

Master's degree in mental health related field

Job description

Clinical Program Director: Adult Outpatient Services -7367

Job Category: Management and Supervisory

Requisition Number: CLINI007367

• Posted : October 23, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Danielson, CT, USA

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JOB TITLE: Clinical Program Director

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time,40 hrs/wk

SCHEDULED HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8AM-4:30PM

PC#: 1772

The Adult Outpatient services provide psychiatric & substance abuse diagnostic evaluation and treatment. Services include assessment, consultation, individual, couples, group, family treatment and medication evaluation and monitoring.

ABOUT THE POSITION: Clinical Program Director

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides clinical direction and leadership within the Team.
• Ensures clients receive services that are focused on presenting problems and clients’ request for treatment.
• Directs crisis intervention efforts and intervenes as required.
• Monitors client meetings, admission, continued stay and discharge criteria.
• Reviews caseloads regularly to ensure appropriate utilization of services.
• Oversees hiring, training, and performance management of staff within the program.
• Participates in internal and external meetings as needed by program and agency.
• Ensures client, program and agency documentation is completed in a timely manner and according to program, agency, funder and accreditation/licensing standards.
• Acts as primary point person for program and provides back up coverage as needed by program and agency.
• Ensures proper maintenance of vehicles/if applicable.
• Will collaborate across teams and divisions to improve quality, workflow, and communication to improve efficiency and general outcomes
• Ensures timely completion of reports.
• Oversees completion of chart audits.
• Ensures completion of insurance authorization for services rendered as necessary.
• Develop and executes marketing plan for program as needed
• On call coverage during and after program hours as assigned.
• Ensures proper maintenance of vehicles/if applicable.
• Participates in committees to improve agency service delivery and quality improvement.
• Responsible for program budgets and productivity expectations
• Ensures compliance with regulating bodies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Masters degree in mental health related field.

Experience: A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience as a Clinician. Two years of clinical supervisory experience or management in a behavioral health setting preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or Licensed Psychologist required in state of CT. LADC can be substituted for LCSW, LMFT, LPC or Licensed Psychologist in some programs

Why Join CHR?

Be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!

• Comprehensive benefits packages include health insurance, ample paid time off (including your birthday!), employer contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan, and competitive insurance premiums with added discounts on pet, home and auto!
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs, including exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities
• Career development opportunities! FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth! Clinical supervision and/or mentoring offered at several programs
• Wellness program: Annual wellness stipend, FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program
• Employee appreciation and involvement, including contests, lunch & learns (meet with our CEO!), employee appreciation events, employee-led resource groups open to all, and more!

And so much more! (Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility

COMPENSATION*:

$71,463.39 minimum-$107,194.26 maximum

*Actual rates within this range are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked)

CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Masters or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

LPC

LMFT

LCSW

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