Recovery Specialist

Join BHN in ensuring the care and safety of adults on the path to recovery from substance use!

Join our team of competent and compassionate professionals as a Recovery Specialist in the Carlson Recovery Centerprogram at Behavioral Health Network!

Your experience, knowledge and great skills will support the Carlson Recovery Center program with the following:

• Providing direct services and ensure the well-being of consumers.
• Overseeing client activities, produce accurate and timely documentation, and are responsible for food shopping.
• Providing crisis intervention and emergency services, as needed.
• Transporting clients in their own registered and insured vehicle or program van.
• Adhering to regulations and requirements of licensing and funding sources.

Who are we?

At the Carlson Recovery Center, we believe in the unique strengths, skills, and empowerment of the individual to motivate their treatment and recovery from drug and/or alcohol addiction. In our 32-bed program, adults aged 18 and older who need CSS stabilization services can receive individualized recovery supports for up to 30 days.

Reasons to work with BHN:

• Work with an agency who does amazing things for others
• You will be able to change a person's life
• You will expand your experience in various areas of mental & behavioral health
• You will have the opportunity to grow within the agency
• You will not be bored with our fast-paced environment
• You will have excellent benefits package & time off benefits available

Our employees are our most important asset in improving the lives of the individuals we serve. Our staff not only enjoy outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also a work environment noted for its community involvement, diversity, and the opportunity to gain highly marketable skills and take on challenges. BHN is committed to helping staff develop and grow, and has strong track record of promoting from within.

What are we looking for in a Recovery Specialist?

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (required).
• Ability to understand, empathize and work with adults struggling with problem substance use and often mental health issues.
• Competency in simple mathematics, reading comprehension, written and oral communications, following instructions, simple use of charts, reports and records.
• Knowledge of developmental stages for adult population and applies developmental theories and concepts when planning and implementing care for individuals served.
• Knowledge and skill in assisting individuals served with Activities of Daily Living (ADL).
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Medical Assistant (MA) credentials (preferred).
• Valid Driver's License (required).
• Vehicle for use during all working hours should be registered and inspected in accordance with 540 CMR 4.00 (required).

How do I apply to be a Recovery Specialist?

If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit our website at and click on "Browse All Jobs" to apply!

BHN maintains its commitment to social justice and diversity and strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.


Available Schedules:

Full Time:

- rotating 2-week schedule, all shifts: 6:45am - 3:15pm; Week 1: Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday; Week2: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday

Part Time:


- rotating 2-week schedule, all shifts, 2:45pm-11:15pm, Week 1: Sunday & Thursday; Week 2: Monday & Saturday

- rotating 2-week schedule, all shifts, 10:45pm-7:15am, Week 1: Sunday, Monday, Thursday; Week 2: Friday, Saturday

Pay Rate:

$21/hr

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