Client Engagement Specialist

Avenues Recovery

Baton Rouge (LA)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 45,000

Full time

4 days ago

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401K with employer match

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Job summary

Avenues Recovery is seeking a Client Engagement Specialist in Baton Rouge to engage clients, build trust, and guide them toward continued treatment. This role emphasizes crisis intervention, group facilitation, and collaboration with support staff within a comprehensive addiction treatment setting.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, one year in the treatment field, and a demonstrated commitment to recovery.

Qualifications

Excellent interpersonal and oral/written communication skills.
One-year experience in treatment industry preferred.
If in recovery, a minimum one-year period of sustained sobriety is required.

Responsibilities

Engage directly with clients, developing relationships and securing commitment to treatment.
Conduct client crisis interventions as needed to prevent leaving treatment AMA.
Facilitate group occasionally to maintain understanding of community needs and challenges.
Collaborate with, direct and train client support staff in crisis intervention and safe supervision.
Record all client interactions, reports, observations, and interventions in client charts.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Crisis intervention

Organizational skills

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Who We Are

Avenues Recovery Center is a nationwide network of drug and alcohol rehab centers with 18 locations across 7 states. With an unrivaled, evidence - based clinical program and highly individualized care, Avenues continues to set new standards in the world of addiction treatment. Our programs - spanning detox, residential, PHP, IOP and outpatient services - have transformed the lives of thousands to date. But our secret superpower is our people. If you are a talented, passionate clinician looking to make a real difference in the recovery community, the Avenues family warmly welcomes you!

Now hiring a recovery Client Engagement Specialist!

What You'll Do

Engage directly with clients, developing relationships and securing commitment to treatment
Conduct client crisis interventions as needed to prevent their leaving treatment AMA
Facilitate group occasionally to maintain understanding of community needs and challenges
Collaborate with, direct and train client support staff in crisis intervention and safe supervision
Record all client interactions, reports, observations, and interventions in client charts

What We're Looking For

High School Diploma or GED preferred
one-year experience in treatment industry preferred
If in recovery, a min. one-year period of sustained sobriety is required.
Excellent interpersonal and oral/written communication skills
Strong organizational and administrative skills
Natural leadership abilities

Why Join Us?

Avenues features a rich, fulfilling workplace culture where each person is valued and greatness is pursued. We support our employees unconditionally, and work to provide them with every resource they need to excel! Aside from generous PTO and compensation, when you join the Avenues family, you'll be eligible for the following benefits package: