Recovery Support Specialist

Recovery Support Specialist

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Recovery Support Specialist (RSS) to join our Drop-In Center team. This role is designed for individuals with lived experience in recovery who are passionate about helping others on their path to wellness. The RSS/CRSS will support individuals with mental health and/or substance use challenges by providing peer support, assisting in goal setting, and offering resources that promote self-sufficiency and recovery.

Job duties include:

• Assist clients in setting personal recovery goals through individual and group sessions.
• Collaborate with clients and treatment teams to create recovery plans.
• Support the development and participation in self-help groups.
• Use tools like the Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) to promote client wellness.
• Lead discussions to address shared life challenges and coping strategies.
• Share personal recovery experiences to inspire hope and build connections.
• Conduct sessions focused on overcoming negative self-talk and developing resilience.
• Help clients prepare for employment, including resume building and interview skills.
• Support clients in developing essential social and vocational skills.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must identify as being in recovery from mental health or substance use challenges.
• CRSS certification required within 18 months of employment.
• Experience with psychiatric disorders, psychosocial rehabilitation, or developmental disorders preferred.

Smart goals:

• Facilitate a minimum of three peer support sessions weekly to address coping strategies and self-esteem building.
• Maintain a client retention rate of at least 85% through consistent check-ins and encouragement.
• Provide at least two job readiness supports monthly (e.g., resume support, mock interviews).

Employment conditions:

• Typical office setting with moderate physical activity.
• May require lifting 10–25 lbs. and occasional extended periods of walking or standing.
• Minimal exposure to physical risks.

Compensation and benefits:

• Hourly Rate: $18.00
• Signing Bonus: Eligible new hires may receive a signing bonus (amount to be confirmed upon offer).
• Comprehensive Benefits Package, including: Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage; Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays; Professional Development Opportunities; Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Join our team! If you're someone with lived recovery experience who is ready to make a meaningful impact on others, we encourage you to join our team. Your story and support can be the key to someone else's success. Help us build stronger, healthier communities.