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Root Center For Advanced Recovery —New Britain, CT
- $55,000 - $77,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- LMFT
- Addiction Medicine
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Paid training
- AD&D insurance
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Residential Clinician (Tuesday - Saturday 8am to 4pm)
Connecticut Renaissance —Waterbury, CT
- $66,000 - $72,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- LMFT
- Addiction Medicine
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Mental Health Counselor
Brookfield Counseling, a Southbury Counseling Practice —Brookfield, CT
- $55,000 - $60,000 a year
- Part-time
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- LPC
- HIPAA
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Residential Counselor (2nd Shift)
Justice Resource Institute —Thompson, CT
- $19 - $25 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Medication administration
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Community Living Counselor - Young Adult Services (Transitional Living House)
United Services, Inc. - Connecticut —Willimantic, CT
- $19.00 - $21.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Spanish
- English
- Residential
- Mileage reimbursement
- AD&D insurance
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Direct Support Professional II
Arbor Associates —Old Saybrook, CT
- $20 - $21 an hour
- Overnight shift
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- On-the-job training
- Flexible schedule
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Justice Resource Institute —Thompson, CT
- $19 - $25 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Residential Counselor, 1st Shift
American School for the Deaf —Hartford, CT
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
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Awake Overnight Residential Counselor (Psych Rehab)
Vinfen —Manchester, CT
- $22.05 - $222.05 an hour
- Overnight shift
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Maintenance
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Residential Counselor
Vinfen —West Hartford, CT
- $22.05 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Outlook
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Veterans Inc. —New Britain, CT
- $20 - $24 an hour
- Part-time
- Pass drug screening
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Residential Counselor - ALL SHIFTS
NEW FOUNDATIONS —Wolcott, CT
- $20.25 an hour
- Part-time
- No experience needed
- Residential
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Residential Counselor - 3rd Shift Weekday
American School for the Deaf —Hartford, CT
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Residential
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Residential Counselor - Weekend Overnight
American School for the Deaf —Hartford, CT
- Overnight shift
- Writing skills
- Residential
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Residential Counselor - PT 16 Hours -Friday - Saturday 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM -David 's Path
CONTINUUM OF CARE INC —New Haven, CT
- $21.46 an hour
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- HIPAA
- Mid-level
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Residential Counselor - FT 40 Hours -Friday - Tuesday 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM -David 's Path
CONTINUUM OF CARE INC —New Haven, CT
- $21.46 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- HIPAA
- Mid-level
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Residential Counselor - Weekend Day Shift
American School for the Deaf —Hartford, CT
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Residential
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Residential Counselor, 2nd Shift
American School for the Deaf —Hartford, CT
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Residential
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Lead Residential Counselor
Vinfen —Enfield, CT
- $24.83 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Outlook
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Awake Overnight Residential Counselor
Vinfen —Rocky Hill, CT
- $22.05 an hour
- Part-time
- Maintenance
- Residential
- Communication skills
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Counselor, Residential: Sign-On Bonus up to $4,000!

Root Center For Advanced Recovery -
New Britain, CT

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Job Details

Full-time
$55,000 - $77,000 a year

Benefits

Paid training
License reimbursement
AD&D insurance
Paid holidays
Loan repayment program
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
403(b)
Life insurance

Qualifications

Driver's License
Working with individuals with mental health conditions
Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders

Full Job Description

At Root Center, we believe our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to creating a supportive and engaging work environment where everyone can thrive. We're driven by a clear purpose and a set of core values that shape everything we do, from nurturing growth and promoting well-being to cultivating connections and making a positive impact.

In fact, 97% of our newly hired employees would recommend us to their friends for employment opportunities, and 96% said they strengthened their skills in their first few months. If you share our commitment to these values and want to join a team that lives them every day, Root Center might be the perfect fit for you!

Position Summary:

The Residential Counselor is responsible for providing comprehensive behavioral health services to individuals residing in the facility in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Weekends and evenings as needed!

Counselor I Salary Range: $67,000 - $77,000 with a $4,000 sign on bonus!

Counselor II Salary Range: $55,000 - $66,000 with a $2,000 sign on bonus!

Acceptable Licensures for Counselor I

Licensed Clinical Social Worker – LCSW
Licensed Professional Counselor – LPC
Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor – LADC
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist – LMFT

Acceptable Licensures for Counselor II

Licensed Master Social Worker – LMSW
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate – LPCA

Acceptable Programs for Counselor II:

Master’s degrees in areas such as:

Marriage and Family Therapy
Psychology
Social Work
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Other related fields

Essential Functions:

Conducting assessments: Evaluate patients to determine the nature and extent of their substance abuse issues, as well as co-occurring mental health conditions or other factors that may impact their treatment and lives.
Developing treatment plans: Collaborate with the patients to develop individualized treatment plans that address their specific needs and goals in recovery.
Providing individual counseling: Offer one-on one counseling sessions to patients to help them explore underlying issues, develop coping strategies, and work towards recovery.
Leading group therapy sessions: Facilitate group therapy sessions to provide patients with peer support, address common issues, and practice interpersonal skills in a supportive environment.
Monitoring progress: Regularly assess patients’ progress in treatment, adjust treatment plans as needed, and provide feedback and support to help patients stay on track with their recovery goals.
Educating patients: Provide education on substance abuse, addictions, relapse prevention strategies, coping skills, and healthy lifestyle choices to empower patients in their recovery journey.
Collaborating with other professionals: Work closely with other members of the treatment team, such as medical professionals, social workers, case managers and peer support professionals, to ensure comprehensive care for patients.
Advocating for patients: Advocate for patients’ needs and rights within the residential program and in external settings, such as court proceedings, social service agencies, or healthcare settings.
Documenting patient progress: Maintain accurate and confidential records, including treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries, in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
Participate in professional development: Stay current on best practices in substance abuse and mental health treatment, attend training and workshops, maintain licensure.
Transport patients safely in agency vehicle from facility to appointments and other venues on an as needed basis.
Staff in this position could be mandated to work beyond scheduled hours to meet regulatory staffing requirements and needs. Employees would be entitled to a stipend if mandated.

Qualifications/Skills Required for Counselor I:

Current licensure as Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC), with a minimum of two (2) years relevant experience. Must be knowledgeable about the biological and psychosocial dimensions of substance use and mental health disorders and their treatment and be able to identify the signs and symptoms of acute psychiatric conditions, including psychiatric decompensation. Adult CPR/AED or BLS certification must be obtained and maintained within the initial 6 months of employment. Must possess a valid driver’s license and safe/clear driving record.

Qualifications/Skills Required for Counselor II:

Associate license (LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A) required. Independent professional licensure expected within 2 years. Must be knowledgeable about the biological and psychosocial dimensions of substance use and mental health disorders and their treatment and be able to identify the signs and symptoms of acute psychiatric conditions, including psychiatric decompensation. Adult CPR/AED or BLS certification must be obtained and maintained within the initial 6 months of employment. Must possess a valid driver’s license and safe/clear driving record. Must possess a valid driver’s license and safe/clear driving record.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

For all benefit eligible employees, we offer a prestigious employment package that includes competitive compensation plus a comprehensive array of benefits including:

Work Life Balance- Flexibility: Great work life balance with clinics closed on Sundays. No current on-call responsibilities. Time off including PTO (4 weeks), three (3) Paid training days and thirteen (13) paid holidays, including your birthday! 35 hour work week and so much more!
Health Insurance & Dental Insurance- with flexible employee contribution options depending upon chosen plan.
Voluntary Vision Insurance
Life Insurance and AD&D – 100% paid by Root Center for Advanced Recovery
Short-Term Disability – 100% paid by Root Center for Advanced Recovery
403(b) Retirement Plan with a 5% employer match after 6 months of employment and an additional 5% employer contribution after 1 year of employment.
$2000 provided annually for tuition, license reimbursement, certifications or other educational activities, including 3 paid training days for educational activities and conferences; an additional $1000 available for counselors seeking outside supervision hours when such can not be provided in the organization internally.
Annual bonus eligible based on agency performance
Root Center has approved sites for the following NHSC Loan Repayment Programs: The Loan Repayment Program, Students to Service Loan Repayment Program, Rural Community Loan Repayment Program and Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Program.

EEO Statement:

Root Center is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Root considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Root Center discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.

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