Clinical Project Lead (LCSW/LPC/LMFT), Grant Programs

Rushford; East Hampton (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

Generous PTO and holidays

Voluntary benefits and employee perks

Job summary

Rushford Center, part of Hartford HealthCare, seeks a senior program leader to oversee clinical and administrative operations for the MAT-PDOA grant-funded project. You will ensure compliance with SAMHSA NOFO, report deliverables, and maintain ethical standards while guiding staff and resources.

The role involves strategic planning, program development, and collaboration with internal teams and external partners to improve patient outcomes and service delivery.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related human services field.
• 2 years of management experience in a healthcare related setting.
• 3 years of experience as a licensed clinician.
• Prior experience managing federal or state grant-funded programs.
• LCSW, LPC, or LMFT credential.
• Experience with evidence-based SUD practices including SBIRT; familiarity with MAT/MOUD models preferred.
• Experience in program development, administration, and evaluation, including oversight of an evaluation study with direct service components preferred.
• Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes program needs and develops meaningful goals aligned with the organization’s strategic goals.
• Prioritizes, eliminates impediments, and resolves problems to ensure care, treatment and services are fluid and client centered.
• Manages program’s financial and staffing budgets and allocates resources to meet changing needs.
• Communicates effectively and builds collaborative relationships across departments and with the community.
• Ensures compliance with DMHAS, PSRB, DCF, DPH and Joint Commission standards.
• Ensures timely SAMHSA reports and data submissions (SPARS/SUPRT indicators).
• Monitors NOFO required activities for alignment with approved project narrative.
• Oversees staff relations, performance management, scheduling, recruitment, and engagement.

Skills

LCSW/LPC/LMFT

Valid Driver's License

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work, or Counseling, or Marriage and Family Therapy or Related Human Service Field

Job description

Rushford Center, part of Hartford HealthCare, seeks a senior program leader to oversee clinical and administrative operations for the MAT-PDOA grant-funded project. You will ensure compliance with SAMHSA NOFO, report deliverables, and maintain ethical standards while guiding staff and resources.

The role involves strategic planning, program development, and collaboration with internal teams and external partners to improve patient outcomes and service delivery.