Program Manager Diversion First

POSITION SUMMARYDiversion First is a state-wide effort to ensure all youth in Connecticut have the opportunity to be diverted away from formal processing in the juvenile justice system for low level offenses which otherwise result in a referral to juvenile court thus improving the youths long-term First will utilize the Youth Diversion Team (YDT) model a reimagined Juvenile Review Board which has evolved in Connecticut for over 40 years. This is a restorative justice approach designed to focus on repairing harm and offering supported supervision to address underlying needs. Youth take accountability for their actions repairing the harm while community accountability ensures that the youths needs are met. Shared accountability reinforces the youths connection to the community and engagement in pro-social behaviors. Diversion First staff screen and refer for needs including but not limited to behavioral/mental health substance use and trauma. Participants will be provided with case management support throughout the process to ensure : $71000EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONSMasters Degree in juvenile/criminal justice community planning social work administration or related field with at least 3 years experience with service delivery to children adolescents and families is required. Supervisory and program management experience is strongly have a valid drivers license and access to reliable is located in New Haven. Program will service DCF Regions 1 and 2 including the towns of Easton Monroe New Canaan Wilton Bethany Milford North Branford North Haven and timeEMPLOYEE BENEFITSAt Wheeler were committed to not only supporting your career growth but also ensuring your well-being and security. Heres how we invest in you:Nurture Your Health:Comprehensive medical and prescription insurance through CentivoComprehensive dental and vision insurance through CignaAccess to wellness programs to support your physical and mental healthSecure Your Future:Enjoy peace of mind with company-paid life and AD&D insurance403(b) Plan with contributions from the companyFuel Your Career Growth:Pursue your educational goals with our Education Reimbursement ProgramAccess training and development opportunitiesReceive a productivity incentive to recognize your hard work and dedicationGet reimbursed for licensure/certification expensesMaintain Work-Life Harmony:Recharge with generous paid time off including:15 vacation days per year to explore and recharge8 sick days per year for your well-being2 personal days per year for your personal needs2 floating holidays per year to celebrate what matters to you9 paid company holidays to spend with loved onesAccess free and confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProvides administrative and programmatic oversight in accordance with model program and agency service delivery record documentation and record oversight in accordance with Youth Diversion Team (YDT) model program and agency accountability for the achievement of program(s) goals and staff compliance with organizational and contractors goals and deadlines (e.g. certifications training standards).Ensures that staff members and self-attend participate and/or otherwise complete required supervision rounds and other internal/ external trainings and meetings in accordance with program contractor and agency continued support and feedback to staff members regarding strengths performance concerns strategies for improvement through the consistent use of supervision documentation and as necessary corrective action plans developed and implemented in conjunction with Director and/or other senior in a positive and effective manner with other service providers managed care companies DCF CSSD and other internal and external customers and promotes the same professionalism of staff active lead in local and statewide system of care and a consistent and active community voice on each community effective performance evaluations sets goals and objectives and monitors performance. Helps team execute career development staff and team development by consistently acknowledging each team members contributions effectively utilizing each team member to his/her fullest potential motivating team members to work together utilizing each others strengths and leadership skills mitigating team conflict and communication problems and serving as a role model to set and manage orientation and training to new conjunction with leadership determines staffing requirements and hires new and suggests areas for improvement in internal processes along with possible solutions. Implements changes with senior staff approval to maximize operating community leaders in education law enforcement business social services and child advocacy for community YDT coverage for staff vacancies or absences on an as needed to develop knowledge and understanding about the history traditions values family systems and artistic expression of groups served as well as uses appropriate methodological approaches skills and techniques that reflect an understanding of culture.