Clinical Program Director: Heartwood Home- 7113

Community Health Resources; Windham (CT); On-site; USD 64,317 - 78,609; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Generous time off

Wellness stipend

Professional development

Job summary

Community Health Resources is seeking a Clinical Program Director for Heartwood Home in Willimantic, CT. This full-time role leads a 12-bed residential program for men 18+.

The position emphasizes clinical direction, crisis intervention, staff supervision, and program quality improvements in a structured recovery environment. Requirements include a Master’s in a mental health field, 3–5 years as a clinician, and CT licensure (LCSW/LMFT/LPC or psychologist) with LADC substitution in some cases.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in mental health related field required.
• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience as a Clinician.
• Two years of clinical supervisory experience or management in a behavioral health setting preferred.
• LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or Licensed Psychologist required in CT.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical direction and leadership within the Team.
• Ensures clients receive services focused on presenting problems and treatment requests.
• Directs crisis intervention efforts and intervenes as required.
• Monitors caseloads and admission/continued stay and discharge criteria.
• Oversees hiring, training, and performance management of staff within the program.
• Facilitates team meetings and participates in internal/external meetings as needed.
• Ensures timely documentation compliant with program, agency, funder and licensing standards.
• Acts as primary point person for the program and provides back-up coverage as needed.
• Ensures maintenance of vehicles and collaboration across teams to improve quality and outcomes.
• Oversees chart audits and insurance authorizations; develops and executes marketing plan.

Education

Master’s degree in mental health related field

Job description

JOB TITLE:

Clinical Program Director

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

Full-Time, 40 hrs/wk

SCHEDULED HOURS:

Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm, 1 late night

PROGRAM/LOCATION:

Heartwood Home, Willimantic, CT

PC#:

3126

ABOUT THE POSITION:

Heartwood Home is a 12 bed 3.1 level residential program for men aged 18 and older located in Willimantic CT. Heartwood Home provides a structured recovery residence environment, staffed 24 hours a day, which provides sufficient stability to prevent or minimize relapse or continued use. Individuals have an opportunity to develop and practice their interpersonal and group living skills, strengthen their recovery skills, reintegrate into the community and family, and begin or resume employment or academic pursuits. Clients with co-occurring disorders and on Methadone maintenance are accepted. The length of stay is typically between 30-90 days. The range in duration is individualized and based on medical necessity and clinical progress.

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.
• Facilitates team meetings.
• 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.
• Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Master’s 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?

Award-Winning Workplace:

• Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 12 consecutive years!

Generous Time Off:

• Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday!

Retirement Savings:

• Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.

Comprehensive Insurance:

• Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance!

Education & Tuition Support:

• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
• Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Nurse Corps, NHSC/HRSA at select sites).
• Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities.

Career Development:

• FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our brand-new Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth!
• Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs.
• Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our over 80 programs statewide.

Wellness Program:

• Annual wellness stipend.
• FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, for employees and their families.
• Fun activities like coloring contests, lunch & learns, office seasonal decorating contests, employee appreciation events, and more!
• Up to 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions per issue, per year, for individuals, couples, & families through our EAP program.

Employee Involvement:

• Participate in leadership luncheons with our CEO and various agency committees!

Stay Informed:

• Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop.

And So Much More:

• Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility.

Join us at CHR and be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!

COMPENSATION*

• $71,463.39/annually minimum, and up commensurate upon experience.

Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience and internal equity, as well as, adherence to our internal equity policy. Many of our positions offer program/location differentials and/or sign-on incentives. (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.