Mental Health Center Director (Office/On-Site)
Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services · Danbury, CT Torrington, CT Waterbury, CT · Connecticut
- Role
- Program manager
- First seen
- Oct 28, 2026
- Closes
- Nov 12, 2026
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Summary
The Mental Health Center Director provides administrative oversight and management for day-to-day clinical and facility operations across three Western Connecticut Mental Health Network sites in Danbury, Torrington, and Waterbury. The role includes active leadership of agency committees, on-call clinical consultation during evenings and weekends, and comprehensive coverage for agency functions in the CEO's absence. The director oversees clinical programs, facility operations, evidence-based practice implementation, and ensures compliance with Joint Commission standards.
Key qualifications
- Master's degree or higher in a health-related field
- At least five years of managerial experience in hospital, health, or mental health administration
- Knowledge of full continuum of mental health services and program planning
- Considerable interpersonal and oral/written communication skills
- Experience managing behavioral health clinical operations and facility operations
- Current license in clinical social work, counseling, nursing, psychology, psychiatry, or related field may be required
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