Drug and Alcohol Counselor/ Mental Health Counselor

  • Full-time

Company Description

Newport Academy is a gender-specific, comprehensive treatment program for adolescents suffering from mental health, behavioral health and substance abuse issues located in Litchfield County. The program combines the key elements essential in effectively treating adolescent girls and boys with substance abuse and other mental health disorders. As compared with adults, adolescents have higher rates of dual diagnosis and developmental differences. Adolescent treatment needs can be challenging and often involves more comprehensive and multi-disciplinary approaches. At Newport Academy, we deliver a highly individualized, holistic approach to treatment where psychological, biological, spiritual, social and educational needs are continually assessed and revised throughout the treatment process.

Job Description

Looking for Credential Recovery Counselors to work with adolescents struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues in a residential setting. Candidates must have experience working with addiction counseling, substance abuse counseling, or mental health counseling.  Applicant must have certification or licensure as alcohol and drug counselor in State of Connecticut. Must have a passion for working with adolescents! 

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Applicant must have certification or licensure as alcohol and drug counselor in State of Connecticut

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