Bilingual Recovery Support Specialist- SAFE Family Recovery

Position Summary

The Recovery Support Specialist (RSS) is an individual who either is in direct sustained recovery, or who has been directly impacted by addiction. Using a motivational approach, the RSS will assist clients with linking to the appropriate recovery service based on identified need. In addition, the RSS will use an evidenced-based model to provide ongoing support to clients who've received recovery services.

Bilingual And Other Requirements

• Bilingual In Spanish And English Required
• Bilingual stipend available!
• Rate $22

Education And Experience/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or related human services field will be preferred.
• Experience working in the substance use recovery field and/or lived recovery experience is required.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule in order to accommodate individual parent/caregivers needs and in order to respond to a crisis situation, as is required by the model.
• Valid Drivers License is required. Safely operates vehicle in the community, based on program needs.

Services And Responsibilities

• Provide education on addiction recovery and facilitate linkages to these services.
• Provide toxicology screens and SBIRT immediately upon referral during the agreed upon hours they are at each DCF Area Office.
• Utilize the GAIN Short Screener (GAIN-SS) to screen for mental health, substance use disorder, and crime/violence.
• Provide RMC for clients for up to six months following discharge from substance use treatment.
• Assist clients with ensuring they are following their child safety plans.
• Provide recovery education to service recipients for every phase of recovery.
• Aid in professional training, outreach, and public education services as assigned.
• Represent the agency at community forums or serve on inter-organizational committees as directed.
• Document clinical activities in client record as required by Wheeler Clinic.
• Actively identify and support linkages to community resources (communities of recovery, educational, vocational, social, cultural, spiritual resources, mutual self-help groups, professional services, etc.) that support the recovering person’s goals and interests.
• Assist recovering persons to identify their personal interests, goals, strengths and weaknesses regarding recovery.
• RSS will assume responsibility for coordinating the provision of services by other community professionals.
• Refer to licensed substance use provider pursuant to the screen results and parent/caregiver agreement.
• Provide reports on SBIRT findings to the parent/caregiver and DCF.
• Parents/caregivers who test positive in a drug test and contest the results will be referred to a licensed substance use provider for a full evaluation.

Employee Benefits

• Nurture Your Health: Comprehensive medical and prescription insurance through Centivo, Comprehensive dental and vision insurance through Cigna
• Secure Your Future: Access to wellness programs to support your physical and mental health, Secure future with company-paid life and AD&D insurance, 403(b) Plan, with contributions from the company
• Fuel Your Career Growth: Pursue your educational goals with our Education Reimbursement Program, Access training and development opportunities, including supervision towards licensure, Qualify for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) loan repayment programs, Receive a productivity incentive to recognize your hard work and dedication, Get reimbursed for licensure/certification expenses
• Maintain Work-Life Harmony: Recharge with generous paid time off, including: 15 vacation days per year to explore and recharge, 8 sick days per year for your well-being, 2 personal days per year for your personal needs, 2 floating holidays per year to celebrate what matters to you, 9 paid company holidays to spend with loved ones, Access free and confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)