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Job Alert: Town of Branford Seeks Director of Human Services


The following information is courtesy of the Town of Branford.

The Town of Branford's Human Resources Department is currently recruiting for the position of Director of Human Services (full-time exempt with a    $89,038-$94,966 annual salary).

Essential Functions:  As director of the Branford Counseling Center and a department head for the Town of Branford , successful candidate will administer, supervise, evaluate and make recommendations related to providing municipal mental health services, the youth services Bureau and social services for Branford’s residents.

Qualification RequirementsThe qualifications required would generally be acquired with a Master’s degree in mental health, nursing, social work, or related degree from an accredited college or program and have over seven (7) years of experience in nursing, social work, mental health with over 3 years of supervisory and/or administrative experience or any equivalent combination of education, training and work experience.  Must have and maintain: Valid CT Drivers License. Must be licensed as a nurse, social worker or psychologist as required by the CT Dept of Public Health in order to be a licensed Psychiatric Outpatient Agency.

Selection Process:  100% Training and Experience Assessment
The Town of Branford reserves the right to limit the number of qualified candidates who will be considered for the position.

The files of all qualified candidates will be maintained for a minimum of six months from the announcement date, and the qualified candidates will be considered for the same or similar positions which may become available during this timeframe.
 
All candidates not employed by the Town of Branford, prior to employment, must successfully pass a post-offer medical examination, which includes a substance abuse test given at the Town's expense.

The Town of Branford conducts background investigations for all positions prior to hiring.  Refusal to sign the release form will terminate the candidate from further consideration.

Application forms and position descriptions are available at the Human Resources Department, Branford Town Hall, 2nd floor. 203-315-0628.

The Town of Branford Is Dedicated To Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment.
 
Applications will be accepted until May 24, 2013.


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