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Program Director Oak Street 7257

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Job Location:

Willimantic, CT - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 70032 - 70032
Posted: 12 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 10 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Recognized as a Top Workplace for 13 consecutive years! Your career can mean different things in different workplaces. Apply with CHR now to see what its like to work somewhere your voice is heard your wellness is a priority and your success matters.

JOB TITLE: Program Director

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time 40 hours/week

SCHEDULED HOURS: Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM/ One late evening

PROGRAM/LOCATION: Oak Street Willimantic CT

PC#: 1356

ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Oak Street

10 Bed Co-Ed Transitional Living Program for adults with Substance Use Disorders in Willimantic. Clients must attend outpatient treatment while in the program. Clients must have a discharge plan as it is a transitional living. Clients with co-occurring disorders and on MAT are accepted.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Provides direction and leadership within the Team.
  • Ensures clients receive services that are focused on presenting problems and clients request for treatment.
  • Directs crisis intervention efforts and intervenes as required.
  • Monitors client meetings admission continued stay and discharge criteria.
  • Reviews caseloads regularly to ensure appropriate utilization of services.
  • Oversees hiring training and performance management of staff within the program.
  • Facilitates team meetings.
  • Participates in internal and external meetings as needed by program and agency.
  • Ensures client program and agency documentation is completed in a timely manner and according to program agency funder and accreditation/licensing standards.
  • Acts as primary point person for program and provides back up coverage as needed by program and agency.
  • Ensures proper maintenance of vehicles/if applicable.
  • Will collaborate across teams and divisions to improve quality workflow and communication to improve efficiency and general outcomes
  • Ensures timely completion of reports.
  • Oversees completion of chart audits.
  • Ensures completion of insurance authorization for services rendered as necessary.
  • Develop and executes marketing plan for program as needed
  • On call coverage during and after program hours as assigned.
  • Ensures proper maintenance of vehicles/if applicable.
  • Participates in committees to improve agency service delivery and quality improvement.
  • Responsible for program budgets and productivity expectations
  • Ensures compliance with regulating bodies.
  • Additional duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Masters Degree in mental health related field. Bachelors degree may be substituted for education in some programs.

Experience: A minimum of 3 years experience working with identified population. Two years of supervisory experience in a behavioral health setting preferred.

Why Join CHR

Be part of an exciting supportive and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!

  • Comprehensive benefits packages include health insurance ample paid time off (including your birthday!) employer contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan and competitive insurance premiums with added discounts on pet home and auto!
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs including exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities
  • Career development opportunities! FREE robust training curriculum featuring our Clinical Training Series for interactive learning practical skill enhancement and professional growth! Clinical supervision and/or mentoring offered at several programs
  • Wellness program: Annual wellness stipend FREE premium subscription to the Calm app 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee appreciation and involvement including contests lunch & learns (meet with our CEO!) employee appreciation events employee-led resource groups open to all and more!

And so much more! (Many benefits are available to all staff regardless of the hours worked with some subject to eligibility)

COMPENSATION*:

$70032.56min- $105048.94max

*Actual rates within this range are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. (Please note for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked)

CHR is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage all to apply.

Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!


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Director


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