JOB TITLE: Clinical Program Director

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time, 40 hours/wk

SCHEDULED HOURS: Monday-Friday, 7am-3pm

PROGRAM/LOCATION: DOC Robinson, Enfield, CT

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

Our Department of Corrections program is in place to provide medication assisted therapy services to incarcerated individuals.

OBJECTIVE OF POSITION:

Oversee all operations of Opioid Treatment Program in Correctional Facility, including budget management, collaboration with Department of Correction staff including Addiction Services, Correction Officers, Warden, and other DOC Leadership. Oversee daily clinical care in close coordination with nursing staff by providing clinical and administrative supervision; case consultation, and ensuring processes and procedures are compliant with regulations.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directs crisis intervention in collaboration with DOC and reports any incidents to DOC.
• Insures clients receive treatment services are focused on Opioid Use Disorder and other Substance Use Disorder; while providing individual services to meet specific needs, such as trauma and medical/physical co-morbidities.
• Ensures thorough Re-entry planning and collects data regarding attendance at post-release appointments.
• Provides clinical direction and leadership within the Team.
• Evaluates staff and initiates and follow through on progressive discipline, if needed.
• Insures timely completion of reports and data on performance indicators, including compliance with regulatory standards, program enrollment, incident/accidents, etc.
• Oversees completion of chart audits for quality of documentation and timeliness
• Responsible for hiring staff.
• Attend coordination meetings with DOC staff and providers.
• Provides training to DOC and OTP Staff and providers on clinical issues, implementation of processes and procedures, and unique program processes in Correctional Setting.
• On-all coverage during and after program hours as assigned.
• Responsible for program budgets and productivity expectations.
• Ensure program is practicing in compliance with DMHAS, DPH, DEA, National Commission on Correctional Health Care standards for OTP.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Master’s in Behavioral Health

Experience: A minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Clinician providing services for clients on MAT. Two years of clinical supervisory experience or management in a behavioral health setting preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: LCSW, LMFT, LPC, Psychologist required in state of CT.

COMPENSATION*:

• Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based off of relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. Many of our positions offer program/location differentials and/or sign-on incentives. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked)

CHR BENEFITS:

Some of the benefits we offer to full-time staff:

• 12 paid holidays, including a float holiday and your birthday!
• 15 vacation days per year (subject to 6 month grace period)
• Paid sick leave and 3 personal days
• Competitive insurance premiums, including pet and auto insurances!
• Flexible work environment
• NHSC loan repayment program offered at select sites
• And much more…!

CHR is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that respects differences and honors the experience of our diverse staff. We encourage women, members of ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with (dis)abilities, and veterans to apply.

Preferred dress code

Business (business suit, tie)

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