Chief of Program Operations en Bridges Healthcare

Bridges Healthcare, Inc. has an immediate opening for a Chief of Program Operations

This is a Senior Management level position, and benefits for this position include: 

• Competitive pay commensurate with experience
• Medical and Dental with significant employer contribution to the premiums and HSA (if chosen as your plan)
• 403(b) with a generous employer contribution
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation with 22 days to start, paid personal days, paid sick time, paid winter holiday break days, plus 11 paid holidays

PURPOSE AND POSITION OVERVIEW

Serves as lead administrator for the oversight of all agency programs and services. Ensures quality and compliance of clinical treatment models and program fidelity. Ensures that programs are delivered in a manner consistent with the Agency mission, vision, and values.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITES

• Oversight of all programs that are not medical in nature
• Ensure integration between departments and services.
• Ensure quality of care and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with grants.
• Conduct program reviews with program management staff
• Involvement in strategic planning processes for departments and programs.
• Support the implementation of new projects that build and expand agency programs and services
• Work with grant writer and senior management to facilitate applications for new grants and continuation grants.
• Acts as backup to Chief Executive Officer/President in his/her absence.
• Participate in the interview and hiring process when appropriate.
• Represent the Agency and establish relationships at community, regional and state levels.
• Collaborate with fiscal department in the development and review of budgets and forecasts for all direct services.
• Supervise, coach and provide guidance to supervisees.
• Perform any other department or agency-related duties or special projects as directed by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS and COMPETENCIES

Master's degree or PhD required with State of CT clinical license (LCSW, LMFT, LPC) strongly preferred.

Ability to work a flexible schedule.

Knowledge of psychiatric illness and substance abuse.

Experience in counseling/therapeutic methods and practices, management of multi discipline behavior health systems, supervision, public speaking and data analysis.

Good communication and writing skills.

Ability to prioritize and organize schedules/demands.

Strong management and leadership skills.

Ability to research and create program design.

Computer literacy.

Valid driver's license with access to reliable transportation.

Bridges Healthcare is a valued and trusted community partner.

A leading provider of a wide continuum of integrated behavioral health services.

An employer of choice and offers staff the opportunity to grow and learn with the organization.

Sustained by a diverse funding model that reflects broad-based community support and investment.

Well-known and well-regarded for the services and supports we provide.

A recognized expert and leader in delivering innovative solutions to behavioral health challenges.

A powerful advocate for our clients, services, and improved systems.

Bridges is STAR-LRP AND HRSA Approved, and some positions may be eligible for loan repayment through these programs.

Only candidates whose qualifications meet the requirements of the position will be contacted. No phone calls, walk-ins or third parties, please. We regret that we cannot provide relocation assistance for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)