Part-Time School-Based Substance Use Counselor

Newtown Youth and Family Services, Inc.; Newtown (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Newtown Youth and Family Services, Inc. seeks a Part-time Student Assistant Counselor to provide informal, confidential drop-in therapeutic support to students at Newtown Middle School and Newtown High School by referral.

The role focuses on substance use and the student’s overall wellbeing. Responsibilities include delivering counseling in a school setting, collaborating with staff, and ensuring a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in relevant field.
• Experience counseling/educating children & adolescents with substance use or abuse.
• Experience in a school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide informal, confidential drop-in therapeutic support to students at Newtown Middle School and Newtown High School.
• Address substance use and overall wellbeing.
• Work part-time following the school calendar.

Skills

Counseling

Student support

Education

Master's degree in substance abuse prevention and intervention field

Job description

Newtown Youth and Family Services, Inc. seeks a Part-time Student Assistant Counselor to provide informal, confidential drop-in therapeutic support to students at Newtown Middle School and Newtown High School by referral.

The role focuses on substance use and the student’s overall wellbeing. Responsibilities include delivering counseling in a school setting, collaborating with staff, and ensuring a supportive environment.