About this role
INTERNSHIP TYPE: Internship - Master's Level
PROGRAM: Roots to Recovery
SITE LOCATION: Willimantic, CT
HOURS/SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, 8AM-4PM, flexible
ABOUT THE PROGRAM: ROOTS TO RECOVERY
A Holistic Approach to Substance Use Treatment (R2R) is an intermediate, 24/7 residential treatment for men in need of a structured environment to continue building upon their recovery skills. R2R is located in Willimantic. There are 14 beds and it is a 90 day maximum intermediate (3.5) residential substance abuse treatment program. Clients are referred from intensive treatment programs, emergency room staff and/or detox programs. Clients with co-occurring disorders and on Methadone maintenance are accepted. Clients cannot work during their stay but can start looking for work 3 weeks prior to program completion.
PROGRAM OUTLINE:
By participating as a Master's Level Intern with CHR, you can expect to gain firsthand experience and training related to psychiatric & substance abuse diagnostic evaluation and treatment as well as other services, including assessment, consultation, individual, couples, group, family treatment 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.