Recovery Support Specialist (RSS) (Pool/PRN)
About the role
Connections Health Solutions is a leading provider of immediate-access behavioral health crisis care. Our team combines medical and recovery-oriented treatment to stabilize individuals in crisis and connect them to community-based resources for ongoing recovery. We are on a mission to change the face of behavioral health. Help us save lives and make a difference.
Responsibilities
The Recovery Support Specialist (RSS) provides individuals with the natural supports proven instrumental in maintaining a strong and successful recovery. The RSS will demonstrate a strong personal recovery and be a positive example that recovery is a desirable and attainable goal.
- Acts as an active facilitator (or co-facilitator) in groups and individual recovery.
- Serves as an individual advocate and support resource throughout the treatment process.
- Works to lessen the instance of seclusion (if applicable) and restraint by building therapeutic alliance and exercising trauma informed care.
- Demonstrates knowledge of community resources to help meet individual’s unique recovery needs.
- Implements knowledge of multiple paths of recovery and promotes them equally.
- Works cohesively with multi-discipline team through all aspects of individual’s treatment and recovery.
- Documents all encounters with individuals in the electronic health record.
- Encourages and supports from a place of experience and understanding and willing to use appropriate self-disclosure.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
- Registered with VA Board of Counseling and maintains registration throughout employment
- Must be fully vaccinated, including showing proper documentation, or otherwise be exempt pursuant to the Company’s exemption process prior to their start date as a condition of employment
- State of Virginia Fingerprint Clearance
- Must be able to pass Virginia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (VA DBHDS) background check
- Must be able to pass Virginia Department of Social Services (VA DSS) Office of Background Investigations - Central Registry Search
- Must be able to obtain a State of Virginia Food Handlers Card
Physical Requirements
- Safely perform physical interventions (e.g., standing, pivoting, reaching, kneeling, lowering to the floor, and supporting another person’s weight).
- Lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
- Tolerate prolonged walking, standing, and observation in a fast-paced environment.
- Work with individuals who may exhibit agitation, aggression, or unpredictable behavior.
Preferred Qualifications
- Behavioral Health/Substance Use Treatment or GMH Recovery experience.
- Completion of specialized peer certifications (WHAM, ASIST, etc.)
- Knowledge of evidence-based/person-centered skillsets, such as Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Informed Care, Verbal De-escalation, Harm Reduction, and Person-centered language.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
- Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability paid by CHS
- Voluntary Life insurance option for employees and their families
- Health Savings Accounts (with $1,000 to $2,000 employer contribution depending on plan)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
- 401k company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation)
- Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 recognized company holidays
- Company-paid parental leave available to eligible employees
- Employee Assistance Program
Pay
Actual compensation is based on relevant experience, education, internal equity, and budget. Virginia pay range $21 - $22 USD. Earn More with Shift Differentials: Maximize Your Earnings With Additional Hourly Pay +$2/hr -> Monday-Thursday Nights, +$3/hr -> Friday-Sunday Nights, +$2/hr -> Saturday-Sunday Days