Adventure Therapist
Company Description
Newport Academy is a gender-specific, comprehensive treatment program for adolescents suffering from mental health, behavioral health and substance abuse issues. The program combines the key elements essential in effectively treating adolescent girls and boys with substance abuse and other mental health disorders. As compared with adults, adolescents have higher rates of dual diagnosis and developmental differences. Adolescent treatment needs can be challenging and often involves more comprehensive and multi-disciplinary approaches. At Newport Academy, we deliver a highly individualized, holistic approach to treatment where psychological, biological, spiritual, social and educational needs are continually assessed and revised throughout the treatment process.
Job Description
Adventure therapy staff desired at gender specific adolescent residential center treating co-occurring disorders in Orange County. Responsibilities include planning, organizing and implementing twice weekly group activities such as hiking, paddleboarding, rock climbing, ropes course and team building exercises. Adventure therapy staff is encouraged to be creative and build therapeutic activities that can address individual needs and build self esteem. Adventure therapy staff will work closely with clinical staff to best address needs of residents. Must be available for weekly staff meetings, trainings and other events. Must complete and pass trainings and background check with DCF and State Police. Experience or education in the field of Human Services, Psychology or Substance Abuse is highly encouraged. Awareness and understanding of 12 step recovery principles preferred. This job is an amazing opportunity to change lives.
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Licensed and/or Certified Clinical Credentials required
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