Certified Recovery Support Specialist-Living Room

Position Overview Under the direction and immediate supervision of the Living Room Program Coordinator, the Recovery Support Specialist delivers supportive services to guests of the Living Room. The Recovery Support Specialist creates a positive, non-clinical environment that supports guests in managing crises in a comfortable, welcoming environment. Essential Functions Supports guests who are experiencing mental health crisesConnects guests with community resources to help prevent future crisesReviews with guests triggers to the current crisis, to help problem solve how to manage similar triggers in the futureCollaborates with clinicians to ensure guests complete necessary assessmentsCompletes all trainings necessary to become a Certified Recovery Support Specialist within a year of employment.Works evenings and some weekends to ensure Living Room is accessible seven days a weekParticipates in staff meetingsCommunicates with staff, guests, community agencies, and other internal or external entities in a professional and timely mannerWorks with other Trinity staff members in developing and suggesting events and system improvements, anticipates potential problem areas, and communicates any identified problem areas or concerns to the Living Room DirectorReports any injuries or specific needs of guests to Living Room DirectorAdvises the Living Room Director of any immediate or non-immediate medical problems regarding any guests. Skills And Abilities Knowledge of the Living Room modelAble to make independent decisions and problem solveAble to deal tactfully with guests, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general publicAble to work harmoniously with Trinity employeesMust have the willingness to work with guests, staff, and visitors at various maturity levelsAble to contribute to positive moraleAble to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practicesExcellent oral and written communication skillsExcellent interpersonal skillsStrongly self-motivated Physical Demands Be able to lift over 40 pounds from floor to waist unassistedBe able to push and pull 75 poundsBe able to complete deep knee squatsRemain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periodsOperate motor vehiclesWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard reach, stoop kneel to install computer equipmentPhysical activities that could be used include: driving, balancing, pulling, pushing, standing, climbing, grasping, stooping, crouching, crawling, kneeling, reaching, lifting, and repetitive motion. Qualifications Required: Lived experience as a consumer of mental health and/or substance use disorder services. Required: High school diploma or GED. Additional education is a plus. Required: Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) certification. Required: Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) certification or willingness to complete WRAP training. Valid driver's license and current automobile liability insurance, including uninsured motorist coverage. Ability to successfully complete all required pre-employment background checks. Prior experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, including adults and/or children, is a plus. Teaching experience and/or experience facilitating peer support groups is highly desirable. Benefits Health, Vision, Dental, and Life insuranceEducational AssistancePaid time offSick timePaid HolidaysPersonal TimePotential Year-End BonusFinancial Assistance Program (Cookie Jar)Employee Referral Program (Bounty Bucks) CLASSIFICATION Nonexempt DISCLAIMER Duties and responsibilities may change, and new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment. STATEMENT Trinity Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Trinity Services, Inc. prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Trinity Services, Inc. conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.