Program Director

NAFI Connecticut provides programs, consultation, and support services in a variety of settings across Connecticut, New York and Rhode Island. We work with adults, children, and families to increase communication and social skills, improve relationships, increase circles of support, and provide therapeutic services based on best-practice research. We believe that people can change, and we work to empower each individual in their own care.

NAFI Rhode Island Ridge Street program is a secure home for female adolescents, ages 13-18, who are working through mental health and behavior challenges.  Our residential program is designed to provide the structure, care, and community support needed to help young women grow, heal, and thrive.  We are currently looking for a highly skilled and dynamic leader.  The Program Director will provide visionary leadership, overall quality assurance and clinical insight to achieve the vision and goals for the program’s impact on youth and families.

Responsibilities Include: 

• Knowledge of and experience with DCYF and Residential systems 
• Knowledge of adolescent development 
• Ability to demonstrate strong leadership and supervisory skills 
• Demonstrated ability to organize, direct, plan and coordinate operations within a clinical setting
• Leadership skills, including mediation, problem solving, decision making, delegation
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders, staff, community groups and individuals, and other related agencies
• Effectively manage competing demands in high level environments 
• Knowledge and respect of the diverse culture and life-style 
• Supervision and professional development of the members of the team, including youth counselors and supervisors
• Oversight of daily operations of the milieu 
• Ensure the program is aligned with agency mission, vision, and values respond to agency and funding sources initiatives 
• Communication and advocacy with families, funding sources, and licensing representatives 
• Oversight and management of program budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility
• Development of and adherence to program and agency policy • Participate in agency leadership and development 
• Responsible for overall programming and daily operations

Our Exceptional Benefits: 

• Generous paid time off 
• 3-6 weeks’ vacation, 7 sick days and 11 paid holidays each year 

Employee Health and Wellness: 

• Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage (Reimbursements for fitness, weight loss, holistic health programs)  
• No cost employee assistance program 
• Voluntary employee focused wellness programs

Retirement and financial Planning: 

• Company matching 403b and no cost retirement consulting 
• Company paid for life Insurance and long-term disability 
• Public service loan forgiveness 
•  Insurance including accident, hospital indemnity, supplemental Life
•  Pet Insurance  
• Tuition reimbursement: Includes licensure fees, professional memberships

…and much more! 

 Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s preferred
• At least 5 years of experience in a managerial/leadership role 

 Salary/Hourly Rate: $68,000 - $73,000 per year

 Inclusivity and Non-Discrimination Statement: 

NAFI Connecticut, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, disability, or any other federal, state or local protected class. Inclusivity and removing barriers are important to us. We are passionate about instilling a sense of belonging, celebrating diverse perspectives, and offering equal opportunities for employees to contribute and grow. We encourage members of underrepresented or marginalized communities and all those that share in these beliefs to apply. 

 E-Verify Employer / Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action 

Salary : $68,000 - $73,000