Full Time Mental Health Program Assistant
Fellowship Place, a nonprofit agency located in New Haven, is recruiting for a full time Program Assistant for the Psychosocial Rehabilitation Center which provides therapeutic group activities, social & recreational activities, and supportive counseling for individuals living with a mental illness or a co-occurring substance use disorder and a mental illness. Responsibilities include organizing and conducting group activities, outreach & engagement, referrals to other community services, and oversight of common space to maintain safe and peaceful environment. Successful candidate will have good motivational interviewing skills, some familiarity with the mental health system of care in Greater New Haven, and group work experience. Some training on Harm Reduction, Person Centered Planning, and work experience with vulnerable client populations a plus. Position requires team work and creativity in developing activities that promote recovery, positive use of leisure time, and independent living. This is an excellent entry level position for individuals seeking a career in Social Work or Counseling.
Hours: 9am-4:30pm with some evening and weekend hours. Salary is $23 per hour with comprehensive benefits package including health benefits, paid time off, and 403-b plan. Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or Social Work with prior mental health experience in a nonprofit setting preferred. Associates degree with a minimum of two years relevant work experience may be substituted for Bachelor’s degree. Valid Driver’s License required. Spanish speaking candidates encouraged to apply.
To apply for this position you must complete the Application and e-mail cover letter, application and resume to hr@fellowshipplace.org, Fax to 203-789-4451, or mail to Fellowship Place, 441 Elm St, New Haven, CT 06511. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. Please note that resumes without a cover letter stating which position you are applying for and application will not be considered.
NOTE: All external candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment screening. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
Fellowship Place is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran, national or ethnic origin, or sexual orientation.
