Position Summary:

The Clinical Director is responsible for case management, treatment planning, implementation of treatment interventions and discharge planning for all the children in the EDT Program.

The Clinical Director is responsible for carrying out the treatment philosophy of the Agency and has a significant role in shaping that philosophy as a member of the Management Team. The Clinical Director is responsible for overseeing the admission process, the development of the treatment plan including discharge planning and the coordination of treatment for each child in the program. The Clinical Director is also responsible for ensuring an appropriate therapeutic milieu and safe environment conducive to the treatment of the children in the EDT Program. The Clinical Director is expected to work closely with the EDT Program Supervisor in managing the daily operations of the program.

This individual is responsible for the hiring, training, and scheduling of Clinicians, Program Supervisors and Direct Care Workers. In addition, the employee is responsible for ensuring the appropriate training, coaching and supervision for these employees including progressive discipline if necessary.

In carrying out the above responsibilities, the Clinical Director interacts with all administrative and treatment staff, as well as numerous outside agencies and other professionals, DCF, physicians, hospitals, and private consultants. The Clinical Director is responsible to the Vice President for Community Services. This individual is expected to perform other duties.

Schedule:

The Program Director is expected to work 37.5 hours per week.

• School Year Schedule: Monday through Friday, 10:30 AM to 6:30 PM.
• Summer Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

Benefits

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and success of our employees. Our benefits include:

• Health Insurance: We provide a range of health insurance options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, to ensure our employees and their families have access to quality healthcare. We also offer 100%. Employer paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance and LD&D.

• Retirement Savings: We offer a competitive retirement savings plan, including employer contributions, to help our employees plan for their future and achieve their long-term financial goals.

• Paid Time Off: We believe in the importance of work-life balance, which is why we offer generous paid time off, including vacation days, sick days, personal and 13 paid holidays.

• Professional Development: We invest in the growth and development of our employees through ongoing training and professional development opportunities, to help them reach their full potential and advance in their careers.

• Wellness Programs: We promote a culture of wellness and support our employees' physical and mental well-being through our On-Agency wellness center and other resources to help them thrive both inside and outside of the workplace.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): We provide access to confidential counseling and support services through our Employee Assistance Program to assist our employees with personal or work-related challenges they may face.

Experience & Qualifications:

Licensure in a Clinical field required (E.g. LCSW, LMFT).

Five or more years of post-graduate clinical experience in child and adolescent field. Knowledge of programming related specifically to working with youth with developmental and psychiatric disabilities and/or behavioral disorders. Knowledge and ability to implement trauma sensitive treatment approaches.

Strong diagnostic, clinical and supervisory skills, as well as the ability to communicate effectively. The ability to implement and oversee a treatment team model. Good interpersonal skills.