Recovery Support Professional II - Hotchkiss

Job Description

Job Description

RECOVERY SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL II - Hotchkiss

The Recovery Support Professional II will have the primary responsibility of supporting clients in their residential treatment in a therapeutic capacity. This includes facilitating psychoeducational groups, documenting of meetings and progress on recovery goals, and coordinating basic needs.

Part time/Non-Exempt

Hourly Rate starts at: $24.00

Must be available for weekend shifts

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree and alcohol/drug certification preferred. Previous experience with recovering persons preferred. Previous experience with an electronic health record preferred. Ability to communicate in Spanish and/or Portuguese preferred. Must have organizational, verbal, and written communication skills. 

Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of time sitting at a desk, using the phone, and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times.

Valid Driver’s license required with ability to transport others using company vehicles.

BENEFITS

• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Tuition Discounts at participating schools
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• 2 Gym Membership Options
• Shift Differential for weekend overnight coverage in residential programs

AGENCY OVERVIEW  

The McCall Behavioral Health Network is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to inspire hope and promote wellness and healing through a continuum of behavioral health services — prevention, treatment, recovery support, and community engagement — for individuals of all ages and families across Western Connecticut. For more than 50 years, we have reached out to those who often feel isolated in their struggles and have never turned anyone away for their inability to pay. Led by President and CEO Maria Coutant Skinner, LCSW, our passionate team of highly trained professionals is committed to helping individuals and families overcome adversity, foster resilience, and achieve wellness. With locations in Canaan, Danbury, Torrington, Waterbury, and Winsted, McCall serves over 3,500 clients annually, supporting individuals wherever they are on their recovery journey. At McCall, our mission is at the heart of everything we do, ensuring that everyone in our community has equitable access to best-in-class care and the resources they need to heal and thrive

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitates individual sessions and psycho-educational groups in the program focused on increasing independent living skills and behavioral health stability in the program and through community-based activities.
• Maintains appropriate clinical records and reports according to established timelines.
• Assists in the development of recovery plans and connects clients to needed resources including entitlements and other supports necessary for recovery including Community Supports.
• Identifies clients who are experiencing barriers to accessing treatment and addresses said needs through facilitating securement of entitlements and resources.
• Participates in regularly scheduled staff meetings regarding client treatment and meets weekly with the Clinical Supervisor or Supervisor.
• Collects urine samples for drug testing as requested by Supervisor and Clinician.
• Provides transportation to clients for appointments as needed.
• Provides services in other residential programs as necessary.
• Any additional responsibilities assigned by Supervisor.