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New London, Connecticut, United States

The Senior Director of Community Programs is responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of Sound Community Services' multiple residential and social rehabilitation programs to ensure the highest quality of care and compliance with agency and state standards. The Senior Director oversees key areas such as staff supervision, program compliance, fiscal management, and facility upkeep, collaborating with program leaders to deliver innovative services and exceed client expectations. In addition to program management, the Senior Director works closely with internal and external stakeholders, including the Clinical Director of Community Programs, Outpatient Services, and community agencies like DMHAS and SMHA, to ensure effective clinical and operational processes, risk management, and resource utilization. This includes monitoring program census, productivity, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) while implementing best practices in treatment planning, crisis intervention, and discharge planning. The Senior Director also facilitates staff development through training, performance feedback, and EHR system support, reinforcing a collaborative environment that promotes client independence, growth, and recovery aligned with the agency’s mission and values.Sound Community Services, Inc. (SCSI) is a private, not-for-profit organization dedicated to educating and assisting individuals with behavioral health needs to achieve independence and integrate into the larger community. Its current multi-program approach offers employment, social rehabilitation, community support, supportive housing, residential, clinical, and psychiatric services.

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, United States

The Public Health Outreach Educators connect with vulnerable seniors on health initiatives, assist in navigating the health care system to access mental health resources, provide community members with referrals and linkages to community resources, and collect community level public health data across Horry, Williamsburg, Georgetown Counties in South Carolina and Brunswick County in North Carolina. This role also provides special projects assistance to the leadership team, which has included heading service procurement efforts, drafting AmeriCorps volunteer orientation trainings, and providing case management to clients.AmeriCorps is the federal agency for national service and volunteerism. AmeriCorps provides opportunities for Americans of all backgrounds to serve their country, address the nation’s most pressing challenges, and improve lives and communities. Oftentimes described as the domestic Peace Corps, AmeriCorps programs help communities address locally-defined challenges by mobilizing America’s greatest asset, its citizens.

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, United States

Neighbor to Neighbor of South Carolina, Inc. (N2N), a 501(c)3 nonprofit, promotes independence, relieves isolation, and connects homebound adults to their community through transportation. Utilizing volunteer drivers, N2N coordinates transportation to medical related appointments, grocery stores, pharmacies, therapy appointments, and many other quality of life destinations.Neighbor to Neighbor additionally works to increase health and quality of life outcomes within rural communities across the Carolinas by pairing with other non-profits and quasi-governmental agencies.

Conway, South Carolina, United States

The Oak Tree Farm Program Manager serves as the primary liaison between residents, their families, property management, and SOS Care, ensuring effective communication and collaboration. The manager is responsible for the overall daily operations of Oak Tree Farm, providing comprehensive oversight to ensure the safety and well-being of the 75+ residents. This role includes leading and managing all aspects of case management, independent living skills, recreational programs, and staff development through ongoing professional training and accountability.Key responsibilities include supporting residents with transition services, resolving roommate disputes, and spearheading program development and management. The Program Manager also coordinates services with health providers, ensuring a holistic approach to resident care. This position involves the monitoring and evaluation of all programs, managing state and county grants, and ensuring compliance by maintaining up-to-date resident documentation, such as applications, roommate agreements, and support plans.Additionally, the Program Manager acts as the spokesperson for Oak Tree Farm in media and social media, fostering and maintaining strong professional relationships with families, residents, staff, interns, volunteers, and community partners.

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, United States

Collaborate with local agencies, organizations, and service providers to enhance support networks and promote community integration. Provide group case management and instruction through supportive living classes aimed at expanding independent living and social skills in preparation of being placed in community low-income housing.

Conway, Sc & Whiteville, Nc

Educates and guides residents on available services, benefits, and how to apply for and access them, ensuring they are well-informed. Acts as a liaison between residents, management, and community agencies, advocating for residents both individually and in group settings, through formal and informal channels. Establishes and maintains connections to community resources and support services, while educating service providers on residents' needs and resource gaps.Provides comprehensive case management services, including intake, education, and referrals, to ensure residents receive the appropriate support. Organizes informational meetings to educate residents about housing development rules, regulations, and daily operations. Collaborates with both managers and residents to identify and resolve safety or accessibility concerns.Facilitates connections between residents and community-based educational and recreational programs, promoting participation in local senior centers. Links residents with programs like HUD's Neighborhood Network Program, Senior Net, and other technology-focused initiatives that help reduce isolation and increase independence. Assists residents in coordinating healthcare needs, including setting up medication reminder systems, negotiating quality discounts, and locating affordable service providers with delivery or transportation options.

Oregon City, Or

Provides the daily managerial oversight of the operations of the program for the stabilizing of individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Supervises all aspects of program operations and resident support services. Provides direct administrative supervision to the 24-hour residential program support staff. Coordinates residential services and treatment provided by ColumbiaCare’s staff including the facility's Qualified Mental Health Professional. Maintains up-to-date personnel, client and program records including the accounting of client and facility funds, training and activity records, medical and health supports.

Oregon City, Or

Assists and supports the Facility Administrator in meeting and maintaining the standards and procedures for the provision of care and services to residents with severe and persistent mental illness. Assists in supervising, training and evaluating staff and may make recommendations to the Facility Administrator. Knowledgeable about personnel policies, AFC OAR and applicable rules and standards of other pertinent regulatory agencies, such as OSHA. Assures that house supplies (program & client) are purchased in a timely manner, maintained in adequate supply, and stored in a safe and sanitary manner. Provides QMHA services and support for residents to help them develop appropriate skills to increase their level of functioning.

Milford, Ct

Case management services to IICAPS families including advocacy, facilitation, coordination and integration of all services appropriate to the needs of the family. Development and implementation Individualized Service Plans for each child in conjunction with clinical services provided by IICAPS team. Construction of service and support plans for each family, that offers guidance for traditional and crisis response services. Collaboration with multiple psychiatric, health and educational service providers to ensure a consistent care management plan. Crisis intervention, management and counseling through twenty-four hour on-call services.

West Haven, Ct

Development and implementation of individual treatment plans and linkage between clinical providers. Coordination of varied clinical supports and services between municipal, state and federal agencies. Crisis intervention, consultation and planning for clients in a residential setting. Instruction of ADL training and fostering of independent living and job skills.

West Haven, Ct

Responsible for drafting and instituting individual plans of service, support programs and documentation to promote the highest levels of treatment, care and structured learning for clients with developmental disabilities. Provider of direct care and case management services to adult residential population with co-occurring psychiatric and emotional/behavioral disabilities. Advocate for clients in conjunction with guardians to promote skilled care between nurses, psychiatrists, other health care providers and state agencies. Supervisor of team development, implementation and evaluation of individual crisis intervention and support plans.

Master'S Degree, Social Work, 4.0

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Social Work, 4.0

Associate Of Arts - Aa, Human Services, General, 4.0

Professional Music Major

Business

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