Senior Psychiatric Recovery Associate

Key Responsibilities

• Support clients experiencing serious mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders.
• Observe and communicate changes in mood, behavior, functioning, and psychiatric presentation.
• Identify early warning signs of psychiatric decompensation and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Foster a safe, supportive, and respectful environment for all residents.
• Foster meaningful rapport with clients while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Utilize de-escalation techniques to respond to behavioral and psychiatric crises.
• Respond calmly and effectively to situations involving psychosis, suicidality, emotional dysregulation, or aggression.
• Aid in implementing safety plans and coordinating higher levels of care when needed.
• Administer drug and BAC testing and support medication monitoring procedures.
• Conduct room searches and monitor for contraband in accordance with program protocols.
• Maintain structure within the home by facilitating daily schedules, programming, and client accountability.
• Monitor attendance and engagement in clinical and community programming.
• Support new admissions and client transitions.
• Attend staff meetings and contribute to ongoing training opportunities.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience working with individuals experiencing serious mental illness.
• Experience supporting clients with schizophrenia spectrum disorders, bipolar disorder, psychosis, severe mood disorders, personality disorders, or co-occurring psychiatric and substance use disorders.
• Strong crisis intervention and de-escalation skills.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and sound judgment in high-pressure situations.
• Experience in psychiatric residential treatment, inpatient psychiatry, crisis stabilization, community mental health, supportive housing, or similar settings preferred.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.