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

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer

Paid time off

12 paid holidays

Job summary

The Connection, Inc. in Groton, CT is seeking a Clinical Program Manager for the Women’s Bridge residential program. This role supervises staff, oversees daily operations, and ensures high-quality clinical services for a gender-responsive, trauma-informed program.

On-call duties and collaboration with the Department of Correction are required. Qualified candidates hold a Master’s degree, appropriate licensure (LMSW/LMFT-A/LPC-A or full LPC/LCSW/LMFT), and have 3–5 years of related experience,

Qualifications

• Must have Master’s Degree in a related field and associate licensure (LMSW, LMFT-A, LPC-A) with 5 years of related experience, or full Licensure (LPC, LCSW, LMFT) with 3 years of related experience.
• Experience with justice-involved individuals and residential settings preferred.
• Strong staff supervision, organization, and prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and monitor quality of service delivery.
• Provide staff supervision, support, and training; lead a staff team.
• Provide clinical coverage including individual and group treatment as needed.
• Maintain positive relationships with Department of Correction staff.
• Be on-call as part of responsibilities.

Skills

Staff supervision

Program management

Clinical leadership

Time management

Education

Master’s degree in related field

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

Full Licensure (LPC, LCSW, LMFT)

Job description

Program: Women’s BridgePosition: Clinical Program ManagerLocation: GrotonSalary: $70,000-75,000/yearSchedule: Full Time, 40 hours, 1st shift, Monday-Friday (8a-4p or 9-5p) with flexibility to meet programmatic needsAre 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 experienceValid Driver’s LicenseOrientation: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 employment403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributionCompany paid short and long term disability and life insurance with full time employmentPaid time off (vacation, personal and sick) with full time employment12 paid holidays, including the day after ThanksgivingThe 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.