Manager, Center HOPE LCSW, LPC, LMFT or Psychologist

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Full Time NA Darien, CT, US

Overview
The Center for HOPE, established in 1982, is a trusted regional resource providing grief, bereavement, trauma, and critical illness support to children, families, and communities. Signature programs include The Den for Grieving Kids and Trauma Response Services.

This is a unique opportunity to lead impactful, mission-driven programs that support individuals and families during some of life’s most challenging moments. The Clinical Program Manager serves as both a clinical and operational leader, guiding program development, supervising staff and volunteers, and maintaining a small clinical caseload.

• Manages budgets, data, reporting, fundraising support, and compliance with licensing, accreditation, and regulatory requirements; participates in QA/QI and leadership initiatives.

• Supervises and supports the Program Coordinator, clinical staff, MSW interns, and volunteers, serving as a clinical and professional role model.
• Maintains a small clinical caseload and participates in weekly supervision, case conferences, and agency trainings.

• Coordinates and facilitates evening and school-based grief support groups, special events, and family intakes, serving as a primary point of contact for Den families.
• Maintains and enhances children’s grief curriculum; screens and trains volunteers; and serves as liaison to Lower Fairfield County schools.

• Oversees the Trauma Response Team and participates in on-site trauma response and post-trauma services as needed.
• Represents Family Centers through community education, presentations, trainings, and collaboration with local partners and task forces.

• Master's or doctoral degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field
  Active Connecticut license as a LCSW, LPC, LMFT or Psychologist, or the ability to obtain CT licensure
• Minimum four years of relevant experience in mental health, grief, trauma, or community program development. Experience working with underserved populations
• Direct clinical experience and comfort level with grief, bereavement, and trauma as primary treatment focus
• Prior supervisory and leadership experience or demonstrated capacity
• Ability or demonstrated capacity to oversee multiple programs and sites efficiently
• Comfort with public speaking and presenting to diverse audiences and stakeholders
• Proficiency with MS Office, Adobe, electronic health records, and telehealth platforms
• SIFI Certification (or ability to obtain after hire)
• Ability to work some evenings for group sessions, as needed.

AtFamily Centers, we believe in taking care of our compassionate staff who care for our community. We offer a comprehensive benefits package carefully designed to support staff health, financial wellbeing, and work-life balance.

We are committed to fostering a supportive, mission-driven environment where employees feel valued, supported, and able to build lasting careers.

• Generous Paid Time Off– 15 vacation days annually (increases to 20 days after 5 years, and 25 days after 10 years), 11 paid holidays, up to 3 personal days, and up to 10 sick days
• Half-Day Summer Fridays(in select programs)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with monthly employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care)
• 403(b) Retirement Planwith up to 6% employer contribution
• Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability, Life & AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for…