Program Director at Community Resources for Justice in Pawtucket, Rhode Island

Job Description:

Community Resources for Justice



Location: Pawtucket, RI, USA
Req Number: Req #593


Community Resources for Justice (CRJ) is a unique, 145-year-old nonprofit organization that provides direct care as well as research and consulting services within the areas of the Mental Health, Criminal Justice, and Public Policy fields. Our four service lines; Social Justice Services, Community Strategies, Behavioral Health, and the Crime and Justice Institute, are recognized for their effectiveness and contributions to this important work. CRJ offers competitive pay and excellent benefits which include:

• Flexible Scheduling
• 401k with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement/Remission
• Paid Time Off (Vacation/Sick)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HRA
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Employee perks, and much more!

About This Position
CRJ wants you to join our growing team of compassionate and dependable Program Directors to support the wonderful individuals we serve! The Program Director is responsible for the delivery of services and operations of the program, as well as ensuring that the program is in compliance with all statutory, agency and contractual requirements and policies in order to provide the highest quality services.

This is a full-time, 40-hrs/week, exempt position that will be working in our Pawtucket, RI location.
This position is eligible for benefits and has a salary range starting at $70,000-$75,000 annually.

This is a fantastic opportunity to receive valuable training to not only start your career, but also to advance it.
CRJ offers opportunities for tremendous career advancement and professional development.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supports staff with evidence-based practices and programming that reduce recidivism and encourage positive behavior change.
• Supervises administrative systems, contract compliance, reporting, and other data collection, plus ensures compliance with all standards, laws, and ordinances.
• Develops and maintains community, governmental, and other public and private resources and relationships related to particular program.
• Serves as primary liaison with contracting agency.
• Monitors and evaluates personnel training needs and develops, implements in-service training as needed, works in cooperation with all outside agencies.
• Recruits, assigns, and supervises program staff and develops volunteer resources.
• Handles budget preparation, monitoring and any required changes, plus handles petty cash, and ensures resident subsistence is collected and processed.
• Conducts resident disciplinary hearings and makes decision regarding the possibility of return to higher custody, or other decisions regarding individuals in program, in collaboration with contracting agency.
• Prepares weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as required.
• Attends necessary trainings set forth by CRJ, Funders and other providers.
• Performs other job related projects and activities as requested or directed.

Job Qualifications:

• BS/BA from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice, Human Service, or related field. Masters degree preferred.
• Two years relevant work experience, and a minimum of two years in a supervisory position, preferably in a residential, correctional setting.
• Knowledge/experience with policies and procedures, local, state, and federal requirements of ADA, ACA accreditation, EEOC, and other laws and regulations applicable to the program
• Good judgment, interpersonal skills, communication skills, and ability to set limits with clear boundaries
• Ability to work as a team player.

About UsCommunity Resources for Justice (CRJ) is a unique, 145-year-old nonprofit organization that provides direct care as well as research and consulting services within the areas of the Mental Health, Criminal Justice, and Public Policy fields. Our four service lines; Social Justice Services, Community Strategies, Behavioral Health, and the Crime and Justice Institute, are recognized for their effectiveness and contributions to this important work.

• Community Strategies (CS) supports adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities through specialized services that include Day Programs, Shared Living arrangements with providers, as well as over forty community-based group homes.
• Social Justice Services (SJS), supports those leaving incarceration to make positive, sustainable life transitions through residential and non-residential programs.
• Behavioral Health (BH) has worked to break cycles of violence, crime, and incarceration by providing client-centered interventions and support services to empower and strengthen individuals, families, and communities. BH provides domestic violence treatment and education, community reentry services, mentoring programs, and intensive outpatient programs.
• The Crime and Justice Institute (CJI) is a non-profit organization working at the local, state, and national level to improve public safety and the delivery of justice. CJI provides technical assistance, research, and other services to improve outcomes in policing, the corrections system, pre-trial, re-entry, community supervision, and juvenile justice.

CRJ’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)Our vision is to be an organization that demonstrates its commitment to eradicating systemic racism and other forms of oppression. We will hold each other accountable in addressing the norms and practices that advantage few and harm many. CRJ provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. CRJ complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every state in which CRJ has locations.

Other details

Pay Type Salary
Min Hiring Rate 70,000 USD
Max Hiring Rate 75,000 USD
Education

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Salary:

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