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Community Systems, Inc.

Program Director

Torrington, CT · On-site

$84K/yr

Community Systems Inc. is a four state, non-profit provider, offering supports to persons with ... The Residential Program Director (PD) is responsible for the operation and oversight of multiple ...

JRI

Program Director

East Hartford, CT · On-site

$53K - $128K/yr

Are you the Program Director we have been looking for ... JRI's Community Based Services division provides care to ensure that families and their children ...

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Radiography Program Director

Middletown, CT · On-site

This role involves close collaboration with the CT State Community College, Middlesex Program ... Director in a JRCERT-accredited program. 2. Credentialed in Radiography by the ARRT in good ...

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GILEAD - Program Director

Old Saybrook, CT

Gilead Community Services seeks an experienced and committed leader to serve as the Residential Program Director for our Adolescent program located in Old Saybrook, CT. You'll provide clinical and ...

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How much do community program director jobs pay per year?

As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for community program director in Connecticut is $74,386.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,400.00 and $88,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Community Program Director vs Community Outreach Coordinator?

AspectCommunity Program DirectorCommunity Outreach Coordinator
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple community programs, manages staff, develops strategic plansFocuses on engaging community members, organizing events, building relationships
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, experience in program management, strong communication skillsBachelor's degree, excellent interpersonal skills, experience in community engagement
Work EnvironmentOffice-based with field visits, leadership meetingsCommunity centers, events, outreach activities

While both roles involve community engagement, the Community Program Director manages overall program strategy and staff, whereas the Community Outreach Coordinator focuses on direct community interaction and event organization. The Director typically has broader responsibilities and higher-level decision-making authority.

What are the most commonly searched types of Community Program jobs in Connecticut? The most popular types of Community Program jobs in Connecticut are:
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Infographic showing various Community Program Director job openings in Connecticut as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 61% Full Time, 34% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,386 per year, or $35.8 per hour.
Program Director

Program Director

Community Systems, Inc.

Torrington, CT • On-site

$84K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Community Systems Inc. is a four state, non-profit provider, offering supports to persons with disabilities. Our Mission is, "helping persons with disabilities to find happiness in their own homes, in their personal relationships and contributing members of their community."
General Responsibilities:
The Residential Program Director (PD) is responsible for the operation and oversight of multiple and varying residential living environments, supporting persons with intellectual disabilities. This would include, but not limited to, CLA, CRS, I.H.S. CCH, Shared Living, etc. The PD directly supervises up to seven (7) Residential Program Managers (PM) and/or Assistant Program Managers (APM), who have direct leadership responsibilities for Direct Support Staff. The PD, is responsible for the overall leadership and strategic direction of residential services; and will b) ensure that our Mission and Values (Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, Accountability and Perseverance) are constantly cultivated within the organization. The PD will practice the values and traits of a Servant Leader, provide each person supported opportunities to pursue their dreams, in order to find happiness in their homes, in their personal relationships and as contributing members of their community.
Educational Experience:
The Residential Program Director (PD) will have at minimum an undergraduate degree in human services, special education, or other relevant field, as well as four years of successful leadership in supporting adults with intellectual disabilities.
The PD will possess, exhibit and have shown successful leadership in:
  • Keen sense of leadership, with the ability to nurture and grow other leaders
  • Flexibility to adapt and change to current needs and the ability to effectively communicate such changes
  • Oversight experience and support in multiple community residential living environments, including but not limited to, licensed and non-licensed homes
  • Thorough knowledge of:
    • licensing and DDS / DSS funding requirements;
    • the Individual Plan (IP) process; from initiation to implementation;
    • positive behavior support concept and techniques;
  • Professional writing and communication skills commensurate with the position
  • Identification and growth of new leaders, via teaching, coaching, mentoring and onboarding
  • Identification, implementation and use of innovative concepts, practices and/or technology, in order to promote greater independence and happiness for the persons supported

We offer a great work environment with an attractive package of compensation and benefits, including, but not limited to, competitive pay, health, dental and life insurance, generous paid time off, longevity incentives, retirement plan and formal education reimbursement. Extensive paid on the job training is provided with the opportunity for personal growth and development.
Community Systems Inc. is:
  • An Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, employer supporting workplace diversity; and
  • A four-state family of non-profit, tax exempt corporations whose Mission is:

"Helping persons with disabilities to find happiness in their own homes, in their personal relationship, and as contributing members of their community"
"All Mission, All the Time"
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