Program Manager - Cochegan ; Uncasville

Program Manager 1 - Cochegan House (Uncasville)

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Position:
Program Manager 1
Program:
Cochegan House

Location:

Uncasville, CT
Salary: $60,000/year

Schedule:

Full time; 40 hours;
Monday-Friday; 1st shift (8:30‑4:30 p.m.) with on‑call requirements and flexibility to meet program needs.

The Connection’s Community Justice Services are grounded in the belief that every individual has the potential to change and lead a healthy, productive life. Our programs promote public safety while reducing barriers for individuals reentering and living in the community, using a trauma‑informed, person‑centered approach.

We are seeking an experienced leader to oversee our Cochegan House Program. Cochegan is a 24‑hour residential work release program that supports adult men who are currently under the supervision of Parole. This position provides supervision to program staff, ensures adherence to contractual expectations and internal policies and procedures, and promotes a structured trauma‑informed environment that supports successful community re‑entry through the delivery of case management services, job development, and linkage to community‑based treatment.

This role also provides on‑call support to program staff and participates in an on‑call rotation as needed.

• Lead, support, and supervise the operations of the Cochegan House Program
• Implement and oversee systems and processes to enhance service effectiveness and contract compliance
• Build and maintain productive relationships with state agencies and community partners
• Oversee staff performance, training, and professional development
• Provide on‑call support and leadership coverage as needed
• Ensure program aligns with Department of Correction (DOC) regulations

• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Proven experience in program operations and staff supervision
• Knowledge of Connecticut’s DOC service system
• Experience working with individuals impacted by the criminal justice system

• Preferred:
  Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years related experience or 3 years supervisory experience
• Associate's Degree and 8 years of related experience or 3 years supervisory experience
• Valid Driver’s License

If selected for employment with The Connection, newly hired employees will be required to attend a two‑day mandatory New Hire Orientation at our Roscommon office located in Middletown.

• Medical, dental, vision benefits are offered along with other additional voluntary coverages with full‑time employment
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution
• Company‑paid short and long‑term disability and life insurance with full‑time employment
• Paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick) with full‑time employment
• 12 paid holidays

The Connection is a statewide human services and community development agency that provides unique solutions to the problems of homelessness, mental illness, substance use, improving child welfare and community justice rehabilitation. For additional information, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Project Management and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Civic and Social Organizations