Community Health Resources (CHR)
Bachelor's Level Intern: New Life Center- 6401
🇺🇸Putnam, Connecticut, United States2 days ago
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Be a part of CHR’s growing organization!
INTERNSHIP TYPE: Internship - Bachelor's Level
HOURS/SCHEDULE: TBD, flexible 15-20 hours
PROGRAM/LOCATION: New Life Center, Putnam
ABOUT THE PROGRAM: NEW LIFE CENTER
CHR's New Life Center is a Residential Substance Abuse Treatment program designed to accommodate women with substance abuse and co-occurring mental health disorders who have infants, toddlers under the age of 4yo and/or expectant mothers. Children reside in the facility with their Mothers in order to promote a healthy parental bond with the focus of developing effective parenting skills. Estimated length of stay is 4-6 months with the goal of preparing for a healthy and safe substance free lifestyle. DCF involved Mothers welcomed. Mothers and infants receive medical care at Day Kimball Hospital.
PROGRAM OUTLINE:
By participating as a Bachelor's Level Intern with CHR, you can expect to gain firsthand experience and training related to clinical mental health & substance abuse evaluation and treatment as well as other services, including assessment, working on independent living skills, outreach treatment services and medication evaluation and monitoring.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in mental health field.
Experience: Demonstrated experience in mental health treatment preferred but not required.
Licensure/Certification/Registration: Valid driver’s license
WHY INTERN AT CHR?
CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.
