Recovery Support Specialist Flexible Schedule

Job Description

Job Description

Position:  Recovery Support Specialist
Job Type: Part-Time or Full-Time
Shift:  Flexible on Hours
Location:  1007 N 2nd St., Ironton , OH 45154

Reports To: Shift Coordinator
Company:  TPC Wellness

This job posting is for a Recovery Support Specialist at TPC Wellness , a residential recovery and substance use treatment organization.

Role Summary

The Recovery Support Specialist helps maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment for individuals in recovery. The position combines resident supervision, documentation, transportation, admissions/discharges support, behavioral coaching, and compliance monitoring.

Core Responsibilities

• Monitor resident safety, security, and accountability.
• Build positive relationships with residents.
• Complete resident counts and facility check.
• Write incident reports, shift reports, and daily logs.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and resident orientation.
• Conduct investigations and communicate findings.
• Collect urine drug screens.
• Perform facility, property, and personal searches.
• Monitor medication distribution.
• Process resident mail, requests, and property.
• Transport residents to appointments, work sites, and court appearances.
• Reinforce positive behaviors and address behavioral concerns.
• Participate in staff meetings, debriefings, and training.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license.
• Active CDCA (Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant) certification, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.  TPC Wellness will provide assistance.
• Ability to apply Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) principles and recovery-focused program practices.

Desired Skills

• Strong organization and time management.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to remain calm during crises or difficult situations.
• Basic computer and documentation skills.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Tuition reimbursement through a STAR LRP Approved Facility.
• Competitive pay and benefits package.

What Makes a Strong Candidate

A strong applicant would likely have:

• Experience in behavioral health, substance use treatment, corrections, social services, or residential care.
• Crisis intervention and de-escalation skills.
• Experience documenting incidents and client progress.
• A supportive, recovery-oriented mindset.
• Reliable transportation and a clean driving record.

Overall, this role is well-suited for someone who wants direct client interaction in the recovery field and is interested in helping individuals maintain accountability and progress in their recovery journey.

Equal Opportunity Employer
TPC Wellness is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.