Social Rehab Counselor - Friendship Club

Work whereevery momentmatters. Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. Rushford Center, one of Connecticut’s leading providers of addiction and mental health services, is nationally recognized for delivering outstanding prevention, treatment and recovery programs. We offer a wide range of programs including Acute Care and Evaluation, Residential Addiction Treatment, Individual, Group & Family Therapy, Intensive Outpatient programs and Community Support Programs. Through the passion of our specialists, we continue to treat every patient with care, compassion and respect, while providing affordable and accessible services. Job Summary Assists Friendship Club members in the development of social and recreational activities, focusing on skills training, socialization, and the general integration of Rushford consumers. Encourages and supports member empowerment/advocacy initiatives and activities. Education - Bachelor's degree in human services preferred or - High school diploma or equivalent with significant rehabilitation experience. - Requires current, valid Connecticut driver's license. Must qualify for Public Service License. Experience - Previous experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness strongly preferred. - Basic working knowledge of personal computers and software applications. We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this isyour moment. Job: Professional Non-Clinical Organization: Rushford Title: Social Rehab Counselor - Friendship Club Location: Connecticut-Meriden-Rushford Center Inc Meriden (10172) Requisition ID: 24155928