Vice President of Education Services

Organization: The Children’s Center of Hamden

Location: Hamden, CT (Serving the Greater New Haven Region)

Position Summary:

The Children’s Center of Hamden is seeking a Vice President of Education Services to serve as a strategic and operational leader. This executive role is responsible for the administrative oversight of our school while designing, expanding, and overseeing the development of our partnerships with schools throughout Connecticut.

The VP of Education Services will be the primary architect of regional partnerships, working closely with school districts, state agencies, and community providers to implement life-changing support for children and teens implementing school-linked services.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the intersection between behavioral health and schools, with a passion for growing and developing programs and services.

Working within a continuum-of-care model, the VP of Education Services will advance TCCOH’s Whitney Hall School for students whose emotional and behavioral challenges have disrupted learning. Our campus programs include an array of outpatient behavioral health services and substance use services.

The Vice President of Education Services working closely with and supervising the Principal of Whitney Hall School, establishes goals and develops policies and procedures for educational programming ensuring compliance with all regulatory bodies. The Vice President of Education Services works as a collaborative member of the Senior Management team of The Children’s Center of Hamden and reports to the CEO.

This individual shall be aware of and sensitive to the cultural diversity of the client population served.

Key Responsibilities

Partnership Development

Regional Collaboration: Cultivate and maintain partnerships across the State and the Greater New Haven region with K-12 school districts, State of Connecticut agencies (DCF, CSDE, etc.), and local community health providers.
Funding & Sustainability: Identify and engage with private foundations and public funding sources to secure resources to develop and expand innovative service models.
Community Integration: Act as the primary liaison between The Children’s Center and the local educational ecosystem to ensure a seamless continuum of care for youth.

Program Design & Innovation

Work collaboratively with our clinical team to:

Early Detection & Care: to develop school-based screening and early-intervention programs to identify behavioral health needs before they escalate.
Specialized Interventions: Coordinate the implementation of evidence-based solutions for:

Behavioral Support Solutions: Tiered interventions for classroom and school-wide settings.
School Avoidance & Chronic Absenteeism: Comprehensive strategies to re-engage students and address the clinical roots of attendance issues.
Crisis Response & Re-Entry: Protocol development for managing acute crises and supporting students as they transition from clinical or residential settings back into the classroom.

Operational Oversight

Program Management: Provide executive leadership to existing educational partnerships, ensuring all programs meet clinical, educational, and budgetary benchmarks.
Quality Improvement: Establish metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of school-based services and use data to drive program enhancements.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all educational services comply with state education laws, special education regulations (IDEA), and healthcare privacy standards (HIPAA/FERPA).

Qualifications

Education: Master’s degree in Education Administration, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field (6th Year Certificate in Educational Leadership or equivalent highly preferred).
Experience: 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in a school district or behavioral health setting.
Network: Strong existing relationships within the Greater New Haven educational and social service landscape.
Expertise: Deep knowledge of trauma-informed care, behavioral health interventions, and the challenges facing urban and suburban school districts.
Communication: Exceptional public speaking and grant-writing skills, with the ability to articulate complex clinical needs to non-clinical stakeholders.

Why Join Us?

At The Children’s Center of Hamden, you’ll be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team that values innovation, compassion, and professional growth. We offer

🏥 Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, EAP, and wellness programs. On one medical plan option, The Children’s Center covers 92% of the employee premium and contributes to Health Savings Accounts (HSAs).

🏖️ Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick, personal days, and 13 paid holidays.

💼 Retirement & Long-Term Security – 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you save for the future.

📚 Professional Growth & Development – Interest-free tuition loans, ongoing CEU-accredited training, and opportunities for career advancement.

💙 Supportive, Mission-Driven Culture – Join a collaborative team where your work truly makes a difference for youth and families.

💰 Sign On Bonus: New team member will receive a sign on bonus of $5,000

About The Children’s Center of Hamden:

The Children’s Center of Hamden is a private, nonprofit agency dedicated to providing high-quality care and treatment to children, teenagers, and their families who struggle with psychological, social, and learning disabilities. We are committed to fostering an environment of hope and healing through integrated services.

How to Apply: Vice President of Education Services Application

📌 The Children’s Center of Hamden is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Vice President of Education Services

The Children s Center of Hamden

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