Program Director

Program Director

Are you the Program Director we've been searching for? In this role, you'll have the opportunity to share your passion for helping others while leading dynamic teams who bring an energetic and positive attitude while working with our youth!

The Susan Wayne Center of Excellence (SWCE) and the River Run Academy offer intensive residential, educational, medical, and clinical services for adolescent boys and girls who are mild to moderately cognitively impaired with concurrent behavioral, mental health, and medical issues. Located in rural Thompson, Connecticut, our state-of-the-art campus offers warm, home-like facilities in a pastoral setting.

Our students have often experienced complex trauma and often have not been successful in other settings. SWCE students typically require additional support in the classroom, as well as with emotional and behavioral difficulties, executive functioning, and life skills.

JRI Provides The Training So That :

• YOU will be able to provide oversight and leadership to the staff including oversight of the residential, clinical and nursing services to ensure that across all domains, youth are receiving state of the art, trauma informed care.
• YOU will be able to provide leadership toward the mission and vision of the program and provide direct supervision to the Administrative Team including Clinical, Residential and Nursing Directors and be responsible for the provision of all services to youth and families, including but not limited to residential, educational and clinical services.
• YOU will be able to provide responsibilities for the operations of all youth services and supports set forth by licensing and regulatory partners.

Why JRI?

Requirements :

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.