Wheeler·Plainville, Connecticut
The intern will provide a youth voice to the recovery space and assist with administrative duties for YRCT grantees. Responsibilities include co-facilitating SMART Recovery meetings, promoting events at community gatherings, and updating the organization's website.
Lived experience or familiarity with recovery community. Insight into current trends of young people in recovery. Experience with posting to social media platforms to advertise YRCT events and to promote YRCT initiative. LOCATION Plainville, CT Wheeler Clinic is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Applicants must be enrolled in a 2-4 year higher education program majoring in social work or a related human services field. Mandatory attendance at a three-day in-person orientation and bi-monthly virtual seminars is required.
Market context
In Connecticut, youth recovery internships are typically most competitive when candidates can show coursework or experience in social work, behavioral health, or related human services. These roles often attract applicants seeking direct exposure to youth support settings, so reliability, comfort with in-person and virtual training, and a clear interest in recovery-focused work can matter. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your enrollment status and schedule before applying.
