Recovery Specialist-Per Diem

About the role

Join GAAMHA as a Recovery Specialist at Sunrise Ridge, a structured, trauma-informed recovery home for women with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders, including specialized services for pregnant and postpartum women.

Responsibilities

• Support Program & Activities: Ensure residents follow their scheduled routines and actively participate in recovery-based programming.
• Meditation Oversight: Provide oversight of patient’s medication adherence. Maintain accurate documentation of medication administration. Ensuring proper intake and disposal of discontinued medications.
• Facilitate Groups: Lead recovery-focused group discussions and document resident participation and progress (as needed).
• Conduct Wellness & Safety Checks: Perform regular headcounts and wellness checks on your shift throughout the facility to maintain a secure and supportive environment.
• Document & Communicate Key Information: Complete detailed shift notes, medication logs, and incident reports. Share relevant information during staff shift changes to ensure continuity of care.
• Provide Transportation & Advocacy: Accompany residents to appointments, court hearings, and other essential engagements. Serve as an advocate for their needs within the community.
• Foster a Safe & Inclusive Environment: Support a trauma-informed, gender-responsive setting where residents feel heard, valued, and empowered.
• Work with Pregnant & Postpartum Residents: Offer additional support for women balancing recovery with parenting responsibilities, including attending counseling, medical visits, and child welfare meetings.
• Ensure Compliance & Mandated Reporting: Know and enforce all policies related to resident safety, including mandated reporting of suspected child abuse/neglect per M.G.L. Chapter 119, Section 51A.
• Promote GAAMHA’s Mission in the Community: Represent Sunrise Ridge and GAAMHA with professionalism and integrity.

Requirements

• Experience & Passion for Recovery Support: Prior experience in residential treatment, peer recovery coaching, or behavioral health settings is highly valued.
• Strong Communication & Compassion: You can build trust, provide guidance, and foster a sense of accountability among residents.
• Commitment to Recovery: If you have lived experience with substance use disorder, you must have at least one year of continuous sobriety.
• Tech-Savvy & Detail-Oriented: Proficient in Microsoft Office and web-based documentation platforms such as Kipu.
• Valid Driver’s License: Ability to transport residents as needed.
• Background Clearance: Must pass a CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) check and an Adam Walsh/Child Protective Services Background Check.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• Experience: At least one year of continuous sobriety required. Prior experience in residential treatment, peer recovery coaching, or behavioral health settings is highly valued.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build trust and provide guidance to residents.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and web-based documentation platforms.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities.
• Career advancement pathways.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Flexible schedule.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule is flexible but requires availability on a per diem basis.