Recovery Advisor – New Heights (a program of Catholic Charities)
The New Heights program of Catholic Charities, located in Danbury, CT is seeking a Recovery Advisor. This exciting, full-time (35 hours/week), benefits-eligible position is at our recovery-based, consumer-driven, wellness and recovery center. The program offers support groups, skill-building classes, and social rehabilitation activities to adults with mental health conditions. We embrace the idea that community integration improves the quality of life and reduces stigma. Work hours for this position are: Mon-Wed: 8:30-4:30, Thursday: 9-5, Saturday, 10-2.
Experience and Abilities:
- Must be able to facilitate groups and be confident running social rehabilitation activities.
- Must be comfortable and confident in a social setting and be able to easily engage with new people.
- Must be able to interact with diverse populations.
- Must be capable of completing necessary program documentation and be able to actively engage clients in program activities.
- Knowledge and experience working with Mental Health Recovery programs preferred.
- Recovery Support Specialist certification welcomed.
- Experience with M/S programs such as, Word, Excel, and Publisher preferred.
Skills:
- Must have a clean driving record and be able to utilize a mid-sized SUV to transport members to countywide destinations.
- Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
- Must have the ability to bend, use stairs, and lift up to 30 lbs.
Interested candidates must submit a letter of interest and resume to Jeff Umansky, Director: [email protected]
Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer