Director, In-Home Parenting Support Programs

bridgesct; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental with significant-em

403(b) with generous employer contrib

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Paid Vacation with 22 days to start

Job summary

Bridges Healthcare, Inc. in New Haven seeks a Program Director for Parenting Support Services to lead the Family Centered Services Division’s PSS program, oversee staff, ensure grant compliance and drive service quality.

The role requires advanced supervision experience, trauma-informed care knowledge, and strong collaboration with community partners to strengthen families with children aged 0–18. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Education, Human Services, or related field preferred; Bachelor's degree with supervisory experience considered
• Minimum three years of direct service and leadership experience
• Knowledge of child development, trauma-informed care, family systems, attachment, and abuse/neglect prevention
• Experience working with high-needs children and families
• Familiarity with Triple P and/or Circle of Security preferred
• Strong communication, organizational, documentation, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to supervise staff, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate with community partners
• Demonstrated cultural responsiveness and ability to work effectively with diverse populations
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel locally

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of the PSS program
• Ensure compliance with agency policies, evidence-based practices, and grant requirements
• Oversee quality improvement, outcomes tracking, and reporting
• Support program development, grant activities, and service expansion
• Maintain accurate program documentation and data systems
• Supervise, coach, and evaluate Parent Educators and staff
• Coordinate supervision, staff meetings, training, and case consultation
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and staff development
• Support accreditation and fidelity requirements for parenting models
• Oversee referrals, case assignments, waitlists, and communication with referral sources
• Provide clinical/programmatic consultation and trauma-informed, family-centered services
• Ensure timely documentation, assessments, and provider communication
• Maintain confidentiality and ethical standards
• Build partnerships with DCF, schools, healthcare providers, and community agencies
• Represent agency in meetings, outreach, and collaboration initiatives
• Attend required meetings, trainings and supervision
• Manage schedule independently and effectively
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Community Programs

Skills

Staff supervision

Program leadership

Trauma-informed care

Community partnership

Grant reporting

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Education, Human Services, or related field preferred; Bachelor's degree with supervisory experience considered

Job description

Bridges Healthcare, Inc. in New Haven seeks a Program Director for Parenting Support Services to lead the Family Centered Services Division’s PSS program, oversee staff, ensure grant compliance and drive service quality.

The role requires advanced supervision experience, trauma-informed care knowledge, and strong collaboration with community partners to strengthen families with children aged 0–18. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.