WHO WE ARE…

Newport Mental Health (NMH) is a progressive high-energy organization that uses state of the art person-centered recovery approach to help individuals recover from mental illness and substance use disorders. NMH extends its trauma informed evidence-based services to children, adolescents, families, and adults. Our services vary from outreach, specialized program, mental health, school-based therapy, substance use therapy, community-based therapy, and outpatient clinic. 

For more information visit our website: www.newportmentalhealth.org

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR…

Mission- Aligned: You are excited to be a part of Newport Mental Health’s mission to improve the lives of our clients living and working in Newport County by providing the highest quality of care. 

Ally: You intentionally foster belonging, personal growth, and empowerment for all. You’re a strong advocate for the BIPOC, LQBTQIA+, Woman, Veteran, and other underrepresented communities. 

Solution Orientated: You are driven to think of different approaches to narrow the gap which leads to positive and effective changes. 

Time Management: You are a conscious planner and a thoughtful decision maker who adheres to deadlines. 

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING (ESSENTIAL DUTIES) …

Newport Mental Health is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Human Resources (HR) Intern to join our team. As an HR Intern, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various aspects of human resources while supporting the day-to-day administrative functions of the HR department. 

Essential Duties:

• Provide general administrative support to the HR department including managing phone calls, scheduling meetings, and maintaining office supplies. 
• Assist with organizing HR files, folders, and document version control
• Support upkeep of the HR shared drive and internal documentation systems
• Assist with data validation for benefits, payroll coordination, and compliance tracking
• Prepare draft summaries or reports for HR leadership review
• Maintain logs for audits, filings, and recurring HR requirements
• Assist with formatting and organizing HR policies, manuals, and SOPs
• Track policy revisions and version history
• Flag inconsistencies or missing documentation for HR review
• Support development of checklists and workflow documentation
• Participate in special HR projects as assigned
• Maintain employee files and databases, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations updating of employee data and reports.

WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU…

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed coursework in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Psychology, or a related field
• Able to maintain flexible work schedule.
• Able to demonstrate professional work ethic.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

APPLY NOW

Submitting your application is a great way to learn more about Newport Mental Health. If you have questions about how your experience aligns with our job openings or know someone who would be a great candidate for our job openings, please contact Human Resources: 

Human Resources

Newport Mental Health

42 Valley Road

Middletown, RI 02842

Tel: 401-846-1213

Fax: 401-324-6251

Newport Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.