Recovery Specialist - Per Diem

Recovery Specialist

The Recovery Specialist provides guidance and direction to residents and oversees resident activities in Family Supportive Housing in accordance with program policies. The Recovery Specialist will participate in ensuring the day-to-day operations of the program to support the culture of recovery and is both trauma and gender informed. The Recovery Specialist will interact with the resident and their child(ren) while also taking part in daily scheduled activities.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• The Recovery Specialist directs and supervises the day-to-day operations of the living environment, coordinates on-site activities, and will assist residents with life skills and cooperative living at the Family Supportive House.
• The Recovery Specialist is responsible for daily monitoring of residents prescribed medication(s), refills, and disposal of discontinued medication(s). Also, the Recovery Specialist will observe and document residents' daily medication intake on individual resident's medication sheet. For children under 18, the Recovery Specialist will observe the resident parent administer the child's medication.
• The Recovery Specialist will be responsible for appropriate oversight of the program that includes safety issues, assurance of a drug and alcohol-free environment, and 24/7 availability for emergencies.
• The Recovery Specialist performs resident headcounts and wellness checks on all floors of facility and surrounding property.
• The Recovery Specialist monitors resident activity and physical plant conditions to ensure safety of residents, children, and coworkers.
• The Recovery Specialist will know and enforce the requirements and procedures for reporting suspected cases of child abuse and neglect in accordance with M.G.L. Chapter 119, Section 51A.
• The Recovery Specialist facilitates therapeutic groups using established curricula and create progress notes detailing attendance and participation of individuals.
• The Recovery Specialist will prepare typed and/or legibly written reports as required and document relevant information in shift change logs.
• The Recovery Specialist will transport residents, as necessary.
• The Recovery Specialist will participate in the regularly scheduled staff meetings and monthly in-service trainings.
• The Recovery Specialist will represent GAAMHA/FSH/Greenwich House in the community and conduct themselves in a manner that reflects the values and professional standards of the agency.
• The Recovery Specialist will adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies governing the disclosure of client identifying information and confidentiality.
• The Recovery Specialist will perform hourly checks on all shifts, including the awake overnight shifts.
• The Recovery Specialist will accurately document in Kipu all required shift notes to include hourly bed checks on all residents.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: The candidate must have a High School Diploma or equivalent. Candidates with CADC/LADC certification(s) and/or experience working with homeless individuals and families with substance disorders and/or experience in a residential treatment setting is preferred. Candidates that have a demonstrated capacity to support people in early recovery from substance use disorders is preferred. Candidates identifying as being in recovery from SUD, one year of continuous sobriety is required. The candidate must have excellent oral, written, and social skills and be able to demonstrate cultural competency. The candidate must possess computer skills and be proficient in Microsoft Office. A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record are required. Supervision Given: No Supervision given. Supervision Received: The Recovery Specialist is supervised by the FSH Program Director. Schedule: Shifts available 7am-3pm and 3pm-11pm and 11pm-7am