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 (EHR).
- 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
- At least one year of personal recovery
- Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
- Registered with VA Board of Counseling and maintains registration throughout employment
- 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
Qualifications
It would be great if you had:
- Behavioral Health/Substance Use Treatment or GMH Recovery experience
- Three years or more of personal recovery
- 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
Full-time only: Employees (and their families) are offered comprehensive health insurance, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
- CHS pays for Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability
- 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
All Employees (Pool, Part-time And Full-time): Employee Assistance Program to help with confidential emotional support, work life solutions, financial solutions, legal assistance, or online support
After 90 days, you are auto enrolled in the 401k Plan
Pay
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
Schedule
Full-time only