Recovery Support Specialist (RSS) - Per Diem

Location: 1250 Silver St, Middletown (10168). Shift may include evenings and weekends.

About the role

Rushford Center, one of Connecticut’s leading providers of addiction and mental health services, is nationally recognized for delivering outstanding prevention, treatment, and recovery programs. We offer a wide range of programs including Acute Care and Evaluation, Residential Addiction Treatment, Individual, Group & Family Therapy, Intensive Outpatient programs, and Community Support Programs.

As a Recovery Support Specialist, you will use your personal recovery experience to develop meaningful and trusting relationships with patients, acting as a mentor. You will provide patients an example of what they can strive for in their recovery, build a supportive community, and assist in creating and implementing social activities and technology-based recovery applications. You will also connect patients with community organizations and resources to support their transition back into the general community, including peer recovery support (e.g., AA/NA), healthcare, housing, job assistance, and additional treatment services.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the client and other service providers to assess needs and develop an Individualized Recovery Plan (IRP).
• Utilize recovery-oriented interventions and services to ensure effective progress toward IRP goals.
• Provide education and consultation to the Clinical Support Team regarding client-centered approaches.
• Instruct and train clients and their families in illness and recovery management.
• Engage clients in natural support networks and community integration activities.
• Work with the Housing Supports Program to assist clients in finding, obtaining, and retaining safe, affordable, and decent housing.
• Assist clients in arranging transportation to clinical, medical, and other necessary appointments.
• Maintain all program-related and administrative data, reports, statistical records, and other data collection activities as specified by Rushford.
• Prepare documentation to meet DMHAS PR program and other funding requirements.
• Maintain client records, including progress notes, service plans, and releases.
• Perform other duties as required under the general supervision of a licensed behavioral health professional.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent with significant experience relating to the population served.
• Current, valid Connecticut driver’s license and qualification for a Public Service License.
• Demonstrated peer support or mental health experience.
• Personal experience relevant to services provided (recovery).
• Ability to obtain Peer Support Specialist certification (preferably already certified as a recovery coach or recovery support specialist).
• Willingness to travel, sometimes daily, among various Rushford sites and transport clients as appropriate.

Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Generous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire, including seven paid holidays.
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee discount programs.