Recovery Specialist I/II

About the role

The Recovery Specialist position is a key position in carrying out daily activities and establishing connections with program participants at the Recovery Station. The position is central to monitoring and maintaining organization, structure and safety for all staff, clients and community members arriving and or residing at the Recovery Station.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and observe Recovery Station client behavior and activity to ensure clients are safe, accounted for and stable.
• Conducts property safety checks on client incoming property.
• Maintain facility cleanliness and organization daily.
• Create and maintain a safe, welcoming environment for all clients.
• De-escalate emotionally unstable client behavior.
• Provide orientation and overview for incoming clients.
• Attends to clients’ needs while maintaining daily activity schedule.
• Maintain facility cleanliness and organization daily.
• Monitor cleanliness and perform needed cleanup duties.
• Preparation of bed rolls and basic hygienic items to all incoming clients.
• Ensure laundry details are completed.
• Replenish supplies as directed by Program Manager.
• Provide transportation and emergency response assistance.
• Transport clients to local facilities when needed (Sobering Center only).
• Respond to emergency needs as directed by Health Center staff and or Program Manager.
• Assist SUD or Health Center staff with referral and or transfer (Sobering Center only) to continuing care.

Qualifications

• A clear commitment and demonstrated experience in supporting SUD/MH individuals.
• Must be able to work on weekends and holidays.
• Demonstrated competency in using technology.
• May be registered with a state certifying SUD body (CCAPP/CADTP/CAADE).
• Preferred: Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Success Competencies

• Client Focus – Gains insight into client needs, quickly establishes rapport and relationships using evidence-based practices, provides compassionate and empathic client care to all program participants.
• Problem Solving – Uses logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions, looks beyond the obvious.
• Being Resilient – Rebounds from setbacks faced in a high stress environment. Handles and manages crises effectively. Maintains stability when faced with conflict.
• Interpersonal Communication – Delivers effective communication with a wide range of audiences. Addresses miscommunication quickly and appropriately. Conveys information clearly.

Benefits

• Generous contribution medical, dental, Life and LTD for the employee and 50% for any dependents medical and dental coverage.
• PTO and Holiday pay.
• Retirement benefits after 6 months of service.
• Training and CEU opportunities.

Pay

$25.00-$26.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications.