Recovery Support Specialist I | Cornerstone
Why Work for Gandara
Explore the career pathways in Behavioral Health, Substance Use and Recovery, Community Based Clinical services, Adolescent and Family services, Adult Residential, Maintenance and Administration!
Whether that is in an entry level or leadership role, Gandara will provide the tools and resources to better enhance your career growth. The opportunities are presented with the ability to transition your skills and experience in meeting the organizations mission.
The grand landscape of opportunities supports the community we serve, so Join the Gándara team today!
Benefits
- Retirement Plan 403(b)
- Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance
- Paid vacations
- Paid holidays
- 8 discretionary days
- Mileage Reimbursement
Salary
- Hourly | $20
Additional Benefits
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Culturally Diverse population
- Student Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
- Clinical Licensing Support
Job Title
Recovery Support Specialist I | Cornerstone
Work Location
Ware, MA
Bilingual Candidates Encouraged to Apply
EEO M/F/D/V
Union/Non-Union
Job Summary
We are looking for a Recovery Specialist to work within our Substance Use Disorder residential program team model to actively promote the philosophy of Gandara Center and maintain a high level of commitment to the program. To assist clients to remain actively involved in the milieu and attend to their needs, especially during stressful and crisis situations. They will provide advocacy and safety with the milieu and when supervising clients off-site and notify supervisors immediately in the event of a client or milieu crisis, suspected illegal activity, or any behavior constituting an incident in the past.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain direct supportive contact with residents to continually assess their individual needs
- Transport clients to appointments as needed
- Acquire and maintain necessary certifications mandated by the Agency and licensing standards
- Facilitate treatment groups
- Develop strong, supportive relationships with clients, providing for their safety and care
- Collaborate with other departments in settings where care must be coordinated between medical, MAT, and psychiatric and behavioral needs
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in human service field preferred
- Minimum of 1 year of experience working with psychiatric clients preferred
- Must have availability of an automobile to transport clients or perform other supportive services as necessary