Recovery Specialist

Job DetailsJob Location: Methuen, MA 01844Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $19.00 - $21.00 HourlyJob Shift: 2nd Shift/EveningsJob Category: Nonprofit - Social Services*Offering a $3,000 bonus!* Location:Methuen, MA. Adolescent Male Program. The Breakwater Program is a long-term treatment program for adolescent males referred by the Department of Children and Families. As a therapeutic community, we use trauma-informed care, cognitive behavioral therapy, family support, and recovery-based approaches to substance abuse treatment. Our goal is to help youth build pro-social skills, support their recovery, and work toward a stable, productive future. Recovery Specialists play a key role in guiding and supporting youth through this process. Schedule:3:00pm-11:00pm, Thursday-Monday OR 1:00pm-11:00pm, Friday-Monday (based on program availability at time of hire) Pay rate:$19.00-$21.00/hour Benefits: Health, dental, vision insurance/additional voluntary insurances Company-paid life insurance/employee assistance programs Generous paid time off accrual Tuition reimbursement/loan repayment options 401k with company match up to 7%! Discounts on wide array of services/entertainment nationwide The Recovery Specialist I is responsible for: Maintaining a safe, structured, and supportive environment for residents. Following program policies, procedures, and safety standards. Modeling professionalism, responsibility, and respectful interactions with youth. Assisting with crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to ensure resident safety. Transporting youth to school, work, appointments, and recreational activities. Serving as a youth advocate by providing guidance, support, and goal-focused mentorship through the advocate system. QualificationsQualifications: Must have experience working with at-risk adolescent males. Ability to interact professionally with clients and staff required Demonstrated qualities that evidence maturity, effective communication, listening and problem-solving skills. Must be at least 21 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent. #J-18808-Ljbffr Spectrum Health Systems