This position is responsible for implementing the Employment Program of Headrest. The coach will work collaboratively with area employers to develop and provide employment opportunities to the clients of Headrest and potential other community members. GENERAL FUNCTIONS: Shall include but not be limited to: Vocational assessments Job preparation Interview coaching Assist with filling out applications Teaching 2x per week Counseling regarding on-the-job challenges and successes Adaptive skills teaching necessary for a client attempting to secure and retain employment. You will meet with employers and employees building relationships that assist in helping clients get the employment that best fits them and helping employers hire people who best fit their needs. You will do some assisting with transportation options for clients to get to job interviews and for other purposes. You will also teach a class two days a week to participants; this class includes job hunt skills, resume writing, and interview skills. Working hours will be flexible, within reason. This is not a work from home position; you will be in Lebanon or Concord depending on need, mileage reimbursement is at the Federal rate. Headrest has two locations: Lebanon and Concord, NH. We are hiring for this position in both locations. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Schedule: 8 hour shift Education: Bachelors (Preferred) Contact Rebecca Bailey at rebecca.bailey@headrest.org .

Headrest has a great opportunity for a FT Case Manager in Lebanon, NH. This position advances Headrest’s mission by supporting residents in recovery from substance use disorder to complete their treatment goals and achieve successful re-entry into the community. If interested, please send resume and cover letter to Erin Masury at erin.masury@headrest.org . Responsibilities and Specific Duties: Case Management Services: In collaboration with other program staff and residents, ensure the safety of residents living at Headrest. Health and safety functions include but are not limited to: administering drug testing (urine analysis) upon intake and on-going random drug screening; supervising and documenting administration of residents’ medications in accordance with policies and procedures, supervising emergency building evacuations. Assist residents with reintegration back into a community; housing, medical, management of insurance applications, budgeting, time management and sustainable employment, coordinate with the clinical treatment team needs of residents. Develop a discharge plan with resident in coordination with Residential Counselor. Provides case management and continuity of care for residents to assist them in accessing additional health and community resources. Supervise residents in overall house rules to ensure that all rules and assignments are consistently and fairly enforced. Coordinates transportation to appointments Administration: Maintains accurate and timely documentation of all residents contacts according to Headrest practices and contractual obligations as directed by the Clinical Director. Attends and participates in weekly clinical supervision meetings. Maintains the cleanliness of the Residential Office. Other Duties: Headrest is a service organization with a relatively small number of employees, requiring flexibility and cooperation among all staff. Employees will need to complete other duties as assigned in order to provide quality community services. Qualifications: Experience in substance use disorder treatment in a residential setting preferred. Strong organizational and communication skills. Physical Requirements: Ability to climb stairs (safety drills, etc.); lift and carry up to 25 pounds. Hold a valid driver’s license in good standing in order to safely transport clients to appointments or meetings as needed. Supervision: This position receives administrative supervision from the Residential Manager. The Clinical Director provides clinical supervision for both residential services for the employee’s professional development. This position is not responsible for any employee supervisory duties. Salary Level and Exempt Status: This is a non-exempt position

Headrest is looking for a PT HOTLINE COUNSELOR! Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Al Carbonneau at al.carbonneau@headrest.org . Brief Position Description: The Hotline Counselor advances Headrest’s mission and vision by providing crisis intervention, suicide prevention services, and information and referral through the 24/7 Crisis Hotline (1-800-273-TALK). This position also provides support to the counseling and residential program. Responsibilities and Specific Duties: Provide active listening, information and referral and intervention services to all callers, residents and walk-ins as appropriate Review previous contacts and conduct follow-ups as necessary Conduct phone screenings for individuals seeking other Headrest services Counseling and Residential Program Support Participate in regular building safety measures including: fire drills, nightly resident check-ins Complete intake form for residential and counseling services Schedule Outpatient Counseling appointments Maintains timely and accurate documentation of all client contact according to Headrest procedures Functions as a receptionist for the agency including granting access to visitors, sending and receiving mail/packages on behalf of the organization. Qualifications: Previous experience in crisis intervention, suicide prevention, addictions treatment or other human services field preferred, but not required Completion of the Hotline Training Program or evidence of equivalent training Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to work effectively in crisis situations Ability to climb stairs (safety drills, etc); lift and carry up to 25 pounds Salary Level and Exempt Status: This is a non-exempt PT (or per diem) position

FAQs Archive - Headrest of the Upper Valley

Career Coach

headrest2022-10-11T15:18:26+00:00October 6th, 2022|Job Opportunities|

This position is responsible for implementing the Employment Program of Headrest. The coach will work collaboratively with area employers to develop and provide employment opportunities to the clients of Headrest and potential other community members. GENERAL FUNCTIONS: Shall include but not be limited to: Vocational assessments Job preparation Interview coaching Assist with filling out applications [...]

FT Executive Director

headrest2022-09-28T02:40:29+00:00September 22nd, 2022|Job Opportunities|

HEADREST, a non-profit community services organization, seeks an experienced and innovative Executive Director to begin leading the organization in December 2022. The Board of Directors and Search Committee are currently accepting nominations and applications for the position. From its beginning in 1971, Headrest has been among the Upper Valley’s most visible addiction and crisis assistance [...]

FT Residential Program Assistant

headrest2022-10-11T15:06:29+00:00February 22nd, 2021|Job Opportunities|

Headrest has a great opportunity for a FT Residential Program Assistant in Lebanon, NH. This position advances Headrest’s mission by supporting residents in recovery from substance use disorder to complete their treatment goals and achieve successful re-entry into the community. If interested, please send resume and cover letter to Erin Masury at erin.masury@headrest.org. Responsibilities and [...]

FT Case Manager

headrest2022-10-11T15:12:43+00:00February 8th, 2021|Job Opportunities|

Headrest has a great opportunity for a FT Case Manager in Lebanon, NH. This position advances Headrest’s mission by supporting residents in recovery from substance use disorder to complete their treatment goals and achieve successful re-entry into the community. If interested, please send resume and cover letter to Erin Masury at erin.masury@headrest.org. Responsibilities and Specific [...]

PT Hotline Counselor

headrest2022-10-11T15:14:36+00:00December 16th, 2020|Job Opportunities|

Headrest is looking for a PT HOTLINE COUNSELOR! Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Al Carbonneau at al.carbonneau@headrest.org. Brief Position Description: The Hotline Counselor advances Headrest’s mission and vision by providing crisis intervention, suicide prevention services, and information and referral through the 24/7 Crisis Hotline (1-800-273-TALK). This position also provides support [...]