Night-Shift Recovery Support Specialist — $500 Sign-On

Volunteers of America Massachusetts; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Life insurance

Loan forgiveness (PSLF)

Tuition remission

Fitness/wellness reimbursement

Employee discount program

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Volunteers of America Massachusetts is seeking a Recovery Support Specialist for overnight shifts in Boston. You will play a key role in a community-based residence, supporting adults on their path to recovery and coordinating with staff to provide client-centered, trauma-informed care.

The role emphasizes crisis counseling, daily living support, and collaboration with the treatment team to promote wellness and housing stability.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of direct care experience with clients.
• Strong professional boundaries and boundary-setting.
• Passion for helping individuals in substance use treatment and mental health support.
• Related work or personal recovery support experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Provide internal security during shifts, conduct room/house checks, and maintain client counts.
• Support clients in meeting program expectations and behavior management; provide guidance and crisis counseling as needed.
• Participate in intake and discharge processes, including paperwork and room preparation.
• Offer informal counseling to residents to support program and client goals.
• Assist with household tasks, shopping for supplies, and meal preparation as needed.
• Perform clerical duties and help with cleaning activities.

Skills

Direct care experience

Professional boundaries

Empathy and compassion

Recovery support experience

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Volunteers of America Massachusetts is seeking a Recovery Support Specialist for overnight shifts in Boston. You will play a key role in a community-based residence, supporting adults on their path to recovery and coordinating with staff to provide client-centered, trauma-informed care.

The role emphasizes crisis counseling, daily living support, and collaboration with the treatment team to promote wellness and housing stability.