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REST Program Director - Sign-On Bonus of $8,000 for Fully Licensed Professional

The REST Program Director provides overall clinical and operational leadership for the Rapid Evaluation, Stabilization, and Treatment (REST), a short-term, voluntary alternative to inpatient hospitalization for individuals experiencing acute behavioral health crises. This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented care; maintaining regulatory and contractual compliance; and providing direct supervision and clinical oversight of a multidisciplinary team including clinicians, peer support specialists, and nursing staff. This position is based on-site at the REST Crisis Stabilization Unit, a 24/7 operating program. The REST Program Director generally works standard business hours but must be available for on-call consultation and able to respond to urgent program needs outside of regular hours.

Full-Time / Exempt

Salary Range begins at $110,000

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must possess an active, unrestricted clinical license in the State of Connecticut, such as an LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or licensed psychologist. At least two years of direct clinical experience in a crisis stabilization unit, psychiatric emergency setting, inpatient psychiatric program, or other acute crisis behavioral health setting is preferred. Candidates should have a minimum of three years of supervisory experience leading a multidisciplinary team, including clinicians, nursing staff, and/or peer support professionals. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong knowledge of crisis intervention models and risk assessment, along with a working knowledge of applicable state licensing regulations, Medicaid billing requirements, and Joint Commission accreditation standards. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required, including experience preparing clinical and operational reports for funders or regulatory bodies. Candidates must also demonstrate the ability to effectively respond to and manage high-acuity, time-sensitive situations using sound clinical judgment.

Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of time sitting at a desk, using the phone, and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times.

Valid Driver’s license is required.

BENEFITS

• 4 Weeks of PTO that increases with years of service
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Medical & Dental Insurance - with large employer paid premium
• Life Insurance - 100% employer paid
• Voluntary Vision Insurance
• AFLAC Voluntary Benefits
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Tuition Discounts at participating schools
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• NHSC Federal Loan Repayment (for approved sites)
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• 2 Gym Membership Options

AGENCY OVERVIEW

 The McCall Behavioral Health Network is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to inspire hope and promote wellness and healing through a continuum of behavioral health services — prevention, treatment, recovery support, and community engagement — for individuals of all ages and families across Western Connecticut. For more than 50 years, we have reached out to those who often feel isolated in their struggles and have never turned anyone away for their inability to pay. Led by President and CEO Maria Coutant Skinner, LCSW, our passionate team of highly trained professionals is committed to helping individuals and families overcome adversity, foster resilience, and achieve wellness. With locations in Canaan, Danbury, Torrington, Waterbury, and Winsted, McCall serves over 3,500 clients annually, supporting individuals wherever they are on their recovery journey. At McCall, our mission is at the heart of everything we do, ensuring that everyone in our community has equitable access to best-in-class care and the resources they need to heal and thrive.

 Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision to multidisciplinary staff including licensed clinicians, registered nurses, and peer support specialists, ensuring coordinated, integrated care across disciplines.
• Conduct regular individual and team supervision, including clinical case consultation, performance evaluations, and professional development planning.
• Foster a collaborative, respectful team culture that bridges clinical, medical, and peer perspectives in service of client care.
• Manage staffing schedules, including 24/7 coverage models typical of crisis stabilization settings, including on call.
• Lead hiring, onboarding, and training for all program staff, including crisis intervention and de-escalation competencies.
• Ensure all clinical services, screenings, risk assessments, and treatment planning meet best-practice standards for crisis and acute behavioral health care.
• Serve as a clinical resource and escalation point for high-acuity situations, including suicide risk and psychiatric emergencies.
• Maintain working knowledge of crisis intervention models, de-escalation techniques, and trauma-informed care practices, and ensure staff are trained accordingly.
• Review clinical documentation for quality, timeliness, and compliance with agency and regulatory standards.
• Ensure program operations comply with state licensing requirements, Medicaid/contract requirements, and applicable accreditation standards.
• Develop and monitor program policies, procedures, and protocols, updating as needed to reflect best practice and regulatory change.
• Track and report program performance data, outcomes, and quality metrics to agency leadership and funders.
• Manage program budget in collaboration with finance and executive leadership.
• Oversee incident reporting, risk management, and continuous quality improvement processes.
• Build and maintain relationships with referral sources, including hospitals, law enforcement, mobile crisis teams, and community mental health partners.
• Represent the REST program in community meetings, system-of-care coalitions, and agency leadership forums.
• Coordinate discharge and step-down planning to ensure continuity of care with outpatient and community-based services.

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