Overnight Recovery Specialist - Behavioral Health

Dimock; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dimock Center in Roxbury, MA is seeking a Recovery Specialist, CSS for overnight shifts Tuesday through Saturday. On-site role supporting patients in a behavioral health setting, balancing direct care with administrative tasks, with emphasis on safety and compassionate care.

Responsibilities include monitoring patients during detox, working with nursing staff, facilitating group sessions, and helping with admissions, daily operations and discharges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.
• Significant experience supporting individuals with Substance Use Disorders or similar human services work is strongly preferred.
• Recovery experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Relate to clients and colleagues in a professional, compassionate, and respectful manner.
• Ensure safety and support for all clients admitted to the program.
• Maintain therapeutic boundaries while enforcing program structure and rules.
• Support milieu staff with safety checks, admissions, and discharges.
• Facilitate recovery and addiction-focused group sessions.
• Create a welcoming and supportive environment for new clients.

Skills

Compassionate

Team-oriented

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

The Dimock Center in Roxbury, MA is seeking a Recovery Specialist, CSS for overnight shifts Tuesday through Saturday. On-site role supporting patients in a behavioral health setting, balancing direct care with administrative tasks, with emphasis on safety and compassionate care.

Responsibilities include monitoring patients during detox, working with nursing staff, facilitating group sessions, and helping with admissions, daily operations and discharges.