Recovery Support Specialist I | TSS Westfield

Recovery Support Specialist I | TSS Westfield Job Title: Recovery Support Specialist I | TSS Westfield, Ma Work Location: Westfield, MA 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. The role involves supporting clients, ensuring safety during crises, advocacy, and coordinating care. 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. Develop strong, supportive relationships with clients, ensuring their safety and care. Collaborate with other departments in settings where care must be coordinated among medical, MAT, psychiatric, and behavioral needs. Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a 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. Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance Paid vacations, holidays, and 8 discretionary days Mileage Reimbursement Hourly Rate: $20.50 per hour Culturally diverse population, Clinical Licensing Support Bilingual candidates encouraged. Union/Non-Union. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The Gandara Mental Health Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gandara Center