Recovery Support Specialist

Buckeye Outpatient

BUCKEYE, AZ 85326, USA

Description We are seeking a compassionate, inspiring and supportive Recovery Support Specialist who can help us fulfill our mission. "We inspire people to feel better and reach their potential. Through helping people discover their strengths, we improve our communities." Are you compassionate, inspiring and supportive? If so, you may be the person we are looking for to join our dynamic team that has been transforming communities for over 40 years. Job Preview at a Glance Jumpstart your career in behavioral health and play a vital role in the lives of our clients as they begin their journey to recovery. This role is unique and will allow you to customize support to meet the needs of individual clients. From assisting with skills training, case management, group facilitation, and non-clinical intervention - you will connect clients with community resources that will set them up for lifelong success. Helping clients at various points in their recovery, there will be days that you will be challenged, and many days that you will celebrate milestones and know that you are making a difference. Responsibilities: Provides mentoring/support to individuals/families in services in coordination with clinical services. Assist designated clinical personnel in completing specified support activities. Provides education and support to family members. Plans and organizes activities within the outpatient structure. Completes daily paperwork requirements, including assigned clinical record documentation. Collaborates with clinical teams and case managers to advocate for the best interest of the client. Transports client as appropriate in SB&H vehicle. May be required to cover evening/weekend hours and be "on call" as required. Participates in at least weekly clinical overnight in accordance with ADHS requirements. To ensure compliance & adequate services, additional job duties may be required to meet the needs of the program and or department. Qualifications: Must be 21-year age, High School diploma/GED plus six weeks (240hrs) of behavioral health experience. Successful completion of a qualified Peer Support Training is required within the 90 days of hire. Required to maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license and pass motor vehicle screening for insurance purposes in order to transport clients, based upon need/requirements of the clinic and/or program. Must have fingerprint clearance issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety or be eligible to receive within eight (8) weeks of hire (as required per program requirements) Preferred: Experience with substance abuse, seriously mentally ill and or general mental health College level coursework and/or Associates degree with an emphasis in Human Services, Counseling and Psychology Prior experience as a recipient of Behavioral Health services 3.3 weeks of PTO your 1st year of employment, with increased accruals after continued service! 10 paid holidays Low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability and life insurance for employees We will help you save for retirement - 40% company match up to a 10% deferral into your SB&H retirement account! Career Development - Benefit from our culture of internal promotion! We help you with your higher education goals - Reduce your tuition costs with our tuition reimbursement program & discount degree programs! Employee Assistance Program, Health & Wellness and much more! About SB&H Southwest Behavioral & Health Services is a large and growing, non-profit community-based provider of behavioral health services with locations throughout the Phoenix metropolitan area, rural Maricopa County, Gila, Pinal, Mohave, Coconino, and Yavapai Counties. We are a well-established voice in the community with more than 115 sites, over one thousand employees, and 40 years’ experience. At Southwest Behavioral & Health Services, we believe in the power of Empowered Belonging - a culture where every individual's unique perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences are welcomed and valued. We're committed to creating a workplace where unique perspectives are valued, personal journeys are respected, and every individual is empowered to bring their whole self to a shared mission of delivering compassionate, life-changing services to the communities we serve. Through our Empowered Belonging program, we're committed to: Voice & Visibility - ensuring every team member’s ideas, experiences, and contributions are recognized and heard. Fair Access - fostering openness and fairness in opportunities for growth, leadership, and advancement, while honoring the different journeys people take. Culture of Connection - building authentic, meaningful relationships across backgrounds, roles, and experiences, knowing that fresh perspectives strengthen our work. Learning & Growth - providing opportunities for ongoing development, empathy, and leadership that reflect the many experiences within our teams. Wellbeing & Safety - prioritizing the mental, emotional, and psychological safety of every person, recognizing that belonging means something different to each of us. Where everyone belongs. Where everyone leads. Join us in shaping a community where your difference makes a difference, and your impact is real. SB&H is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. Southwest Behavioral & Health Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Southwest Behavioral & Health Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment 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. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Qualifications Education Required High School or better. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Southwest Behavioral & Health Services