Bilingual Recovery & Safety Specialist

Casa Esperanza, Inc.; Tewksbury (MA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Sick Pay

EAP

Job summary

Casa Esperanza, Inc. is seeking a part-time frontline staff to ensure the safety and security of the program environment. You will staff the front desk, answer phones, manage client schedules, and support house safety on all shifts.

You will provide crisis intervention and medication monitoring, with English/Spanish bilingual requirements. You will work closely with Case Managers and Nursing staff to support clients and maintain confidential records.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's Degree preferred.
• LADC II or LADC III preferred.
• Knowledge of addiction recovery process, or willingness to acquire within first six months of employment.
• Counseling and Substance Use training.
• First Aid/CPR Certification (or willingness to obtain certification upon hire).
• Overdose Prevention training.
• ServSafe Certification or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Must demonstrate ability to relate to a substance use treatment population in a sensitive manner.
• Interest and willingness to work in a multicultural setting.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
• Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Manages difficult or emotional client situations;
• Responds promptly to client needs and maintains confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Implements all safety and security requirements, including fire drills, evacuation procedures, and alarm and camera monitoring.
• Reports all safety and security concerns to appropriate authorities and staff.
• Responsible for crisis intervention, counseling, and groups as needed.
• Must participate in all mandatory safety and security trainings.
• Must participate in regularly scheduled Program and All Agency meetings.
• Coordinates all scheduled client activities and refers clients to appropriate staff for support.
• Ensures that all windows and doors are secure and alarms are set.
• Monitors all use of client medications, including over-the-counter medications.
• M akes client medications available at prescribed intervals.
• Observes and records that all medication has been taken in the medication log.
• Escort clients on Fresh Air breaks and meal times

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Computer/Data entry skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree preferred

LADC II or LADC III preferred

First Aid/CPR Certification

ServSafe Certification or ability to obtain

Overdose Prevention training

Tools

Data entry systems

Job description

Casa Esperanza, Inc. is seeking a part-time frontline staff to ensure the safety and security of the program environment. You will staff the front desk, answer phones, manage client schedules, and support house safety on all shifts.

You will provide crisis intervention and medication monitoring, with English/Spanish bilingual requirements. You will work closely with Case Managers and Nursing staff to support clients and maintain confidential records.