Recovery Specialist - Per Diem

Program & Location: Monarch House - New Bedford, MA Education: High School diploma or equivalent (GED) Pay Range : $19-$24/hr Status: Per Diem, Weekends are required Shifts: 7am-3:30pm, 3pm-11:30pm, or 11pm-7:30am; must also be available to pick up shifts as needed Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Long & short-term disability Retirement Plan FSA & DCA PFML Employee Assistance Program Bonus & Referral Programs Eligibility for free classes to become a Licensed Counselor or Recovery Coach Company paid CEU Trainings w/ Education days to complete CEU's Free meals at select programs (when available) Unmatched Leave Time (FT employees can earn up to 3 weeks in first year) About Us SEMCOA's (Southeast Massachusetts Council on Advocacy) mission is to advocate for andprovidesupport to individuals, families, and communities in the areas of substance use, mental illness, domestic violence, homelessness, and parenting. SEMCOA operatesfour emergencyassistancecongregate family shelters and additional scattered sitesthat provide supportive services to families andassistthem with securing permanent housing.SEMCOA also provides residential recovery home treatment to individuals with substance use disorders, as well as transitional and permanent housing stability and support programs.Our portfolio also includes two graduate sober houses, the Family Preservation Program, as well as Greater Brockton and Greater Attleboro Taunton Healthy Families programs. Recovery Specialist Requirements TB Screening CPR Certification Confidentiality training (42 CFR, Part2 and 45 CFR parts 160 & 164 HIPAA) Therapeutic Boundaries Training Ability to care for diverse populations All Hazards Training Infection Control Training Ability to lift 50 lbs. BasicComputer Skills Ability to communicate verbally and in writing Recovery Specialist Duties & Responsibilities Compliance with Federal Regulations regarding 42 CFR Part 2; Confidentiality of Substance Use Disorder and HIPAA Regulations Reviews and adheres to posted shift assignment at the start of shift Observation and accounting of allpatientsat all timesto ensure safety, entering findings of patient status into the EHR at a minimum of hourly Monitor the milieu including bathrooms and group room for safe,cleanand therapeutic environmentathourlyand/or as needed Understanding of emergency procedures and codesand remain calm in a crisis Maintain therapeutic boundaries by setting limits and enforcing rules in a respectful manner Perform roominspections per policyand bag searches when directed Ensure the unit is neat and clean, performing end of shift duties tomaintaina therapeutic environmentfor patients and staff, and restocksupplies as needed. Attends Supervision with assigned supervisor twice monthly and/or as needed based on status or concernsand attend mandatory meetings Perform any otherduties asassigned by Recovery Specialist Supervisor, Nursing Staff, Nurse Manager, Program/Site Director, DON, COO. Recovery Specialist - Residential Services Duties & Responsibilities Complete urine drug screens and breathalyzers whenindicated; Perform andobservemedication self-administration; Conduct room and bag searches whenindicated; Facilitate assigned groups and enter notes intoEHR Transportation of residents, if applicable (policy and documentation must be complete); Process new patient admission including the EHR process, an inventory and documentation of clothing, electronic and valuablesand other forms as directed Be familiar with BSAS regulation and adhere to the rights of patients as defined by DPH Patient Rights Standards (105 CMR 164.079) Assist in verbal de-escalation and patient centered behavioral interventions with residents and provide crisis intervention as appropriate Recovery Specialist Qualifications A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent GED, preferred. One year of experience in substance use/behavioral health field is preferred but not required. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities 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