Division Director

Justice Resource Institute (JRI) is looking for a full-time DIVISION DIRECTOR to oversee its Connecticut Division.

What We Need:

• A positive, energetic Division Director who can be responsible for overseeing the operations related to the Susan Wayne Center of Excellence, River Run Academy Residential/Day School, and (2) Group Homes.
• A Division Director who can help ensure the safety and well-being of students who experience emotional and behavioral difficulties in a therapeutic residential, day school, and/or group home setting.
• A Division Director who can provide strong supervision and support, and work closely with an interdisciplinary team in order to achieve the treatment needs of our clients.
• A Division Director who can focus on developing others.
• A Division Director who can encourage strategic thinking, innovation and action.

The Connecticut Division is responsible for the care and treatment of approximately 70 students and employs over 100 staff members. The Division Director will work in partnership with JRI senior leaders, state partners, school districts, program staff, as well as centralized agency personnel.

Why JRI?

• Be who you are! JRI is committed to creating a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and opportunity, where every employee is valued and supported in making a meaningful impact.
• We offer a $2,000 bilingual bonus to new hires who speak a second language other than English!
• Reimbursement is available for employees to cover the registration costs and annual fees for any professional license required for work such as LMHC, LCSW, LICSW, RN and more!
• Access to our excellent Blue Cross medical and Delta Dental benefits.
• Retirement benefits including 401K matched up to $800 a year and pension after 5 years of employment.
• Professional development opportunities such as tuition reimbursement up to almost $4000 per year and discounted tuition rates to select partnership colleges and universities!
• Wellness benefits including access to employee engagement groups, self-care resources, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous paid time off up to 19 days for full time employees in your first year and much more!

What You Have:

• Master's degree in related field of study required.
• Significant experience leading a team through mission, vision, and core values in a residential and educational settings.
• Experience and ability to manage, supervise, and develop multiple programs and their staff.
• Experience working with adolescents.
• Proven ability to form therapeutic relationships with clients, staff and family from diverse backgrounds.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others.
• Solid written/oral communication and documentation skills.
• A positive, supportive approach.
• Critical thinking skills and ability to think "out of the box".
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Candidates with diverse background and bilingual capacity strongly encouraged to apply.

At JRI, we are committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. We believe that a culture built on mutual respect, collaboration, and opportunity allows our staff to thrive and do their best work. By supporting one another and recognizing each person's contributions, we create an environment where people can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.

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