Program Director - Sierra DOC Mental Health (New Haven)

Position: Program DirectorProgram: Sierra Pre TrialLocation: New HavenSalary: $85,000/yearSchedule: Monday through Friday 9am to 5pm/8:30am to 4:30pm. Must have flexibility to work alternate hours if required to meet the needs of the program. This position also has on-call responsibilities and is part of a weekend on-call rotation.Program Summary:The Sierra Pre Trial Program provides outpatient competency restoration assessments, individual and group clinical services for adult, justice involved males with a primary mental health diagnosis in a community based, congregate living setting. During their 3-to-6-month length of stay, residents receive psychoeducational and skill-building services to support them in reentering the community after a period of incarceration. The goal is to reduce recidivism through establishing positive behavioral change and prosocial community connectivity. The program also provides referrals to employment, housing, and educational services in the community on behalf of clients.Position Summary:The Program Director will provide direct clinical and task supervision for the Clinical Manager, Clinician, and direct care staff. The Program Director will focus on program operations and development, work collaboratively with funders, referring agents, medical and clinical providers to establish wrap around services to reduce recidivism among the justice involved population.The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, an ability to communicate clearly and effectively, is highly motivated, organized, and committed to providing and sustaining a trauma informed environment.

Experience working in a position that supports individuals living with mental illness is necessary.

Experience working in a residential/congregate care setting strongly preferred.Requirements:Master’s Degree in Human Services discipline (i.e. counseling, psychology, social work)3+ years related leadership experienceLicensed or licensed eligible (LMSW, LCSW, LPCA, LPC, LMFTA, LMFT)Valid Driver’s LicenseRegular and predictable attendance is requiredOrientation:If selected for employment with The Connection, newly hired employees will be required to attend a two (2) 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 holidaysThe 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