Master's Level Intern: New Life Center- 6932
Community Health Resources
Location
Putnam, Connecticut
Quick overview
The intern will gain experience in clinical mental health and substance abuse evaluation and treatment. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, supporting independent living skills, and monitoring medication for residents.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be currently enrolled in a Master's degree program in a mental health field. A valid driver's license is required for the position.
Job description
Be a part of CHR’s growing organization!
Internship type
Internship - Master's Level
Hours/Schedule: TBD
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 Master'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 Master’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?
- With over 80 programs statewide, CHR presents plenty of opportunity to establish and grow your career in behavioral health, pre and/or post-graduation!
- Work in collaboration with our experienced and dedicated staff
- Make a difference in our community
- Earn school credit
- Flexible hours
- And much more…!
CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.
Benefits
- Professional development
- Flexible hours
- School credit
- Collaboration with experienced staff
