Clinical Program Manager 1 - Women's Bridge (Groton)

The Connection; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

403(b) plan

Disability & life insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

The Connection is seeking a Clinical Program Manager in Groton, CT to lead the Women's Bridge residential work-release program. You will oversee daily operations, supervise staff, provide training, and ensure high-quality service delivery for women with identified mental health needs transitioning back into the community.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree, licensure, and several years of clinical and supervisory experience, with a willingness to work first shift, on-call duties, and

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in a related field and associate licensure (LMSW/LMFT-A/LPC-A) with 5 years of experience.
• Or full licensure (LPC/LCSW/LMFT) with 3 years of related experience.
• Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and provide staff supervision, support and training.
• Monitor quality-of-service delivery and maintain relations with Department of Correction staff.
• Provide clinical coverage including individual and group treatment.
• Handle on-call responsibilities with regular attendance.
• Prioritize deadlines and organize staff effectively.

Skills

Staff supervision

Clinical treatment

Case management

Leadership

Organizational skills

Education

Master's Degree in a related field

Associate licensure (LMSW, LMFT-A, LPC-A)

Full Licensure (LPC, LCSW, LMFT)

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Groton - Groton, CT 06340, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: Graduate Degree, Salary Range: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 Salary/year, Job Shift: First Shift,

Program: Women's Bridge

Position: Clinical Program Manager

Location: Groton

Salary: $70,000-75,000/year

Schedule: Full Time, 40 hours, 1st shift, Monday-Friday (8a-4p or 9-5p) with flexibility to meet programmatic needs

Are you a dynamic and passionate Master's Level Clinician with Residential experience wanting to make an impact on the lives of others? The Connection recently opened a Residential Work-Release Program that supports 8 Women with mental health needs who are transitioning to the community after a period of incarceration.

Why work with us?

• Supportive Environment: Our team culture is built on collaboration, open communication, and a shared commitment to excellence.
• Opportunities for Learning: We believe in fostering a culture of learning and growth. We offer a variety of leadership and clinical training opportunities, and all staff are provided with regular supervision.
• Make an Impact: You will have the opportunity to join us in making a lasting impact on the clients that we serve and the communities that we work in.

Program Summary

Women's Bridge is an 8-bed residential work release program that supports women with identified mental health needs as they transition from incarceration back into the community. Using a gender-responsive and trauma-informed approach, the program provides individualized support focused on recovery, employment, life skills development, and successful community reintegration. Through structured programming and case management, Women's Bridge helps residents build the skills, stability, and supports needed to achieve greater independence, reduce recidivism, and lead productive, healthy lives.

Position Summary

The Clinical Program Manager supports staff in carrying out our mission through overseeing the daily operations, providing staff supervision, support and training while monitoring the quality-of-service delivery. This position may also provide clinical coverage including individual and group treatment and maintains and established positive working relationships with Department of Correction staff.

The ideal candidate: has experience working with justice involved individuals, can effectively organize and lead a staff team, is able to manage and prioritize deadlines, and knowledge of best practice clinical treatment models.

This position has on-call responsibilities & regular and predictable attendance is required. Experience working in a residential setting is strongly preferred.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in a related field and associate licensure (LMSW, LMFT-A, LPC-A) and 5 years of related experience or Full Licensure (LPC, LCSW, LMFT) and 3 years of related experience
• Valid Driver's License

Orientation

If selected for employment with The Connection, newly hired employees will be required to attend a two (3) day mandatory New Hire Orientation at our Roscommon office located in Middletown.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision benefits are offered along with other additional voluntary coverages with full time employment
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution
• Company paid short and long term disability and life insurance with full time employment
• Paid time off (vacation, personal and sick) with full time employment
• 12 paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving

The Connection is a statewide human services and community development agency that provides unique solutions to the problems of homelessness, mental illness, substance use, improving child welfare and community justice rehabilitation. For additional information, visit www.theconnectioninc.org.