Description :The Center for Human Development, (CHD) is seeking a Program Manager to join our team in the Hartford, CT area. Our residential, outreach, and direct care staff establish life-changing relationships with our participants and provide opportunities to optimize their independence, rehabilitation and recovery.Your role as a Program Manager:Residential Program Manager provides support, training and supervision to Direct Care Staff as they assist individuals with co-occurring disorders of mental illness and addiction in their efforts to live independently in the community. The Program Manager works within the program’s model, establishing open communication, support, and accountability among co-workers and staff. The Manager is responsible for the training and supervision of all Full, Part-Time and Per Diem Direct Care Staff.REQUIRMENTS:
High School diploma or GED required
BA/BS Degree in Mental Health related field preferred
LCSW, LMFT, LPC preferred
One year supervisory experience required, two years in a human service organization preferred
Two years’ experience working with adults with severe and prolonged mental illness and/or two years’ experience working with people in recovery
Must have excellent oral and written communication
Must be proficient in use of computers
Reliable automobile and valid driver’s license required
Approved criminal background check (CORI)
SUCCESS FACTORS:The Program Manager should actively support the philosophy of the Agency and maintain a high level of commitment to program staff and consumers. Personality traits should include:
Has project management skills
Cheerful, out-going personality
High energy level; self-initiating
Philosophical commitment to the concept of human potential
Directive and goal oriented
Assertive and confident
Performs well under stress and in the event of crisis
Open, direct interpersonal style; works well as a team member
Sense of vision
Demonstrates patience, caring, and compassion
Ability to set limits
Open, direct interpersonal style; works well as a team member and with supervisor
Organized
Motivated
Dependable
Flexible (i.e. covering staff absence, adjusting hours to meet consumer & program needs, being trained in new techniques and strategies, etc.)
Take advantage of a competitive compensation package between $55,000-65,000 annually. As well as a phenomenal benefit package that includes, Dental, Health and Life insurance. Paid time off, earned vacation time and paid holidays just to name a few.AT CENTER FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT (CHD) CARE FINDS A WAY:The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad range of high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. At CHD we are celebrating differences, inclusion is not just a policy- it is a daily practice. Multicultural, multilingual, and fluent in sign language, CHD is a reflection of those we serve.CONNECT WITH OUR TEAM TODAY!If this sounds like the right job for you, do not wait - apply today to join our team. We look forward to hearing from you!Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
