Early Childhood Services Program Manager

Description

UCFS is looking for candidates who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others! We are currently seeking a full-time (40hr) Early Childhood Services Program Manager who proactively manages access to quality patient centered services through the use of collaborative, cross department and integrative care strategies provides ongoing program 

administration, clinical supervision, and program budget management for Early childhood programs in BHS.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervision of program Supervisors
• Supervision of direct line staff members as needed
• Supervision of interns as needed

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure that clinical interventions are provided consistent with quality standards of 
• care that result in improved health outcomes for clients. 
• Direct ongoing program management including: maintaining current knowledge and adherence to parameters of contractual program requirements; providing relational and consultative services internal and external to UCFS; serving as initial contract and community liaison. 
• Develop and adhere to program budget; provide quality program data management and output. 
• Oversee program Supervisors who monitor daily operations, scheduling, workflow, and productivity/scope of service requirements. 
• Ensure a positive employee relations climate while leading hiring, orientation, training, coaching/counseling, discipline, performance management and appraisal, time and labor approval and tracking, and related routine personnel operations. 
• Serve as program, contract and community liaison with DCF and the Evidence-Based Practices, including case conferences, regional and statewide meetings. Collaborate regularly with funding sources to evaluate process, service delivery, and scope of service outcomes, referrals, conflict resolution/problem solving. 
• Develop and implement a comprehensive marketing plan to ensure on-going referrals for the target population of programs. 
• Maintain community relationships and visibility by attending and participating in local community groups. 
• Maintain professional competency of staff and self by providing in-service education, keeping abreast of changes in the profession, reviewing credentials annually in conjunction with performance evaluations, and recommending staff for continuing education. 

Why UCFS?

Be part of a team where you can advance your clinical skills, make vital connections, and become an advocate for your clients and the community. You will have opportunities to cultivate and enhance your clinical skills through individual and group supervision, in-house training, and outside training. Our team is passionate about the services we provide and is committed to making a difference, while striving to become more culturally competent and affirming each day. At UCFS, a Federally Qualified Health Center, we specialize in integrated care which means having access to essential services to meet the complex needs of those we serve. We work collaboratively across programs at our agency to remove barriers and streamline access to services including behavioral health services, primary care, dental, case management and more.

Requirements

• Master degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology or related field. 
• 5 to 7 years of professional experience with at least 3 to 5 years of supervisory experience 
• Current CT license:  LCSW, LMFT or LPC 

 UCFS offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Flexible hybrid remote & on-site schedules
• Competitive salaries
• Generous paid time off including 3 weeks' vacation, 4 floating holidays, paid company holidays and 10 sick days each year
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with 6% employer contribution
• Paid life and disability insurance
• National Health Services Corp. Loan Repayment

UCFS is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants as protected by applicable law.