The Center for Prevention & Counseling, Inc is a thriving non-profit agency located in Newton, NJ. The Center provides a wellness-focused and inclusive workplace where the staff treats each other with respect and where kindness, meaningful interactions, and collaboration between colleagues are encouraged. Our company culture is closely tied to our organization’s mission and our people feel empowered to make a difference as individuals, see value in their work, and are eager to do well in their roles.
The Center offers competitive salaries and benefit packages designed to improve the personal lives of our employees. We are proud of our agency growth and we’re looking for dynamic candidates who are excited to join our team and will add to our inspiring culture.
We have the following job positions available. To be considered, interested applicants must send cover letters and resumes via email only to Human Resources Manager, Jacqueline Nunn at [email protected].
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM
No Positions Available
COUNSELING TEAM
Director of Clinical Services
Full-Time position available immediately
Job Overview:
The Center seeks an experienced professional to fill the full-time Director of Clinical Services management team role. This leadership role will oversee our counseling division and positively impact the lives of adolescents and adults seeking intensive outpatient substance use disorder services. This position is responsible for ensuring the highest standard of clinical services while obtaining the best possible outcomes for our clients.
Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
Work Schedule:
This position is full-time and requires on-site attendance.
Please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected].
PREVENTION TEAM
Prevention Educator
Full-Time position available immediately
Job Overview:
The Prevention Educator is a vital member of our Prevention Services team, responsible for developing and delivering evidence-based education and prevention programs related to Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs (ATOD). This role involves engaging with diverse audiences—including youth, adults, and community organizations—throughout Sussex County to promote healthy lifestyles and reduce substance use.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field (Public Health, Community Health, Public Policy, or Education).
- CHES (Certified Health Education Specialist, and/or CPS (Certified Prevention Specialist) certifications are preferred (or willing to pursue and obtain certification).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Teams and 365, including Word, Publisher, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Must possess a valid NJ driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends for community events.
Qualifications:
- Experience in teaching, youth engagement, or public speaking preferred.
- Knowledge of ATOD prevention strategies, mental health, and wellness promotion a plus.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and proven ability to manage multiple projects.
- Comfortable traveling to multiple locations across Sussex County.
Responsibilities:
- Plan, prepare, and deliver evidence-based prevention programs to youth, adults, and families.
- Assist in organizing and implementing prevention campaigns, including but not limited to What’s Your Anti-Drug?,Alcohol Awareness Month, National Drug Fact Week, National Prevention Week, Red Ribbon Week, and Week of Respect.
- Develop educational presentations complete with course materials, audio/visual aids, and more.
- Conduct training for educators and community partners in research-based approaches to alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs.
- Facilitate prevention programs in Sussex County schools, and community centers.
- Work cooperatively with project coordinators as it relates to community education.
- Serve as a liaison between school administrators, personnel, and private and public community organizations.
- Keep accurate and detailed records of presentations and process and outcome evaluation tools.
- Attend agency coalition meetings.
- Serve as an agency representative at local, county, and state meetings.
Position Details:
This is a full-time position, averaging 40 hours per week. Flexibility is required, with occasional evening and weekend hours to support programs and events.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Annual salary range: $43,000–$45,000, commensurate with experience.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 403(b) retirement plan with 100% employer match on the first 3% of employee contributions.
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal/sick leave, holidays, and jury duty.
Please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected]
School Health Prevention Educator
Full-Time position, available 8/18/25
Job Overview:
The Center for Prevention and Counseling has a bilingual preferred, full-time School Health Prevention Educator position available beginning 8/18/2025. This position will assist the School Health Coordinator in implementing the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s Whole School, Community, Child School Health Model. The Center has a dynamic Prevention Team, committed to improving overall health and wellness and is excited to expand their Team.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in the field of Human Services, Community Health, Public Health, or Education.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Teams and 365, including Word, Publisher, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Must possess a valid NJ driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends for community events.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
Essential Job Functions:
- The core functions of this position align with understanding the scope of Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s Whole School, Community, Child School Health Model. Tasks for this position are below:
- Assist School Health Coordinator with securing schools interested in implementing the WSCC School Health Model in the areas of Union City, Clifton, Paterson, Newark, and Jersey City. Additional municipalities may be added.
- Establish and maintain working relationships with school administrators and school staff in designated and identified school districts.
- Assist School Health Coordinator with technical assistance including establishing school health and wellness committees, completion of CDC School Health Index and School Health Improvement Plan.
- Provide social and emotional curriculum teaching to students in designated school districts (Union City, Paterson, Jersey City, and additional districts).
- Assist School Health Coordinator in engaging and securing community partners that align with school health goals and functions and can contribute to the overall improvement of student health.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Prepare and present age appropriate educational and skill building presentations, programs, and curricula in various settings throughout Northern NJ including school and community settings.
- Keep accurate and detailed records.
- Process and outcome data collection required within all aspects of grant.
- Excellent verbal communication skills, including one-on-one, public speaking and informative presentations.
- Well organized, detailed oriented, and creative.
Position Details:
This is a full-time position, averaging 40 hours per week. Flexibility is required, with occasional evening and weekend hours to support programs and events.
This position can be of hybrid nature due to the vast Northern NJ territory this position covers. Candidates who live outside of Morris/Sussex/Warren County areas are encouraged to apply.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Annual salary range: $45,000–$47,000, commensurate with experience.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 403(b) retirement plan with 100% employer match on the first 3% of employee contributions.
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal/sick leave, holidays, and jury duty.
Please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected]
RECOVERY SUPPORT TEAM
Recovery Specialist
Weekday Shifts (7 AM - 7 PM) available immediately
Description: Recovery Specialists needed to provide non-clinical assistance and peer recovery support for people with substance use disorder that are either self-referred or referred from a local hospital or police department.
Responsibilities: Recovery Specialists may respond to a local hospital or police department to make initial contact with participants or conduct phone outreach to self-referred participants. The Recovery Specialist will help participants develop a recovery management plan, provide telephone recovery support, and work collaboratively with the patient navigator to ensure coordination of services. Recovery Specialists must maintain accurate records, adhere to all data collection protocol, and participate in team meetings and supervision.
Requirements: Applicants must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in recovery and be willing to work toward certification as a NJ Certified Peer Recovery Specialist. Stability of personal recovery, knowledge of the recovery process and strong interpersonal, communication and computer skills are required. Recovery Specialists must have a valid driver’s license and independent mode of transportation. Recovery Specialists must also be approved to volunteer with Atlantic Health System/Newton Medical Center and comply with all requirements.
Applicants are required to submit a cover letter detailing their relationship to recovery along with their resume to [email protected]
Community Engagement Coordinator
Part-Time position, 24 hours per week, available immediately
Job Overview:
The Sussex County Community Peer Recovery Center is looking for a part-time (24 hours per week) dynamic, motivated Community Engagement Coordinator to promote and enhance the visibility of the Sussex County Community Peer Recovery Center. Duties include developing and implementing community engagement strategies, establishing, and sustaining positive relationships throughout the community, and representing the Community Peer Recovery Center at community events. The ideal candidate should be organized, self-directed, and detail oriented. This position offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about making a difference in their communities through engagement and support.
Why Join Us?
By joining our team, you will be contributing to the vibrant and welcoming space where people in recovery, their friends, families, volunteers, and recovery allies can access various supportive resources. The community center hosts various activities to foster community and belonging, including recovery-focused meetings, recovery coaching sessions, social activities, and sober events.
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Requirements:
This position is part-time, in person, 24 hours per week, with some evenings and weekends required.
Paid vacation and holidays. Salary for this position is $22-$25 per hour, commensurate with previous experience.
Please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected] and comply with all requirements.