Part-Time On-Site Recovery Specialist

Link House, Inc.; Newburyport (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Link House, Inc. in Newburyport, MA is seeking a part-time Recovery Specialist to support residents in recovery and daily living activities on-site.

You will monitor client safety, facilitate recovery-focused groups, and provide encouragement aligned with program goals and policies. The role involves helping clients navigate appointments, community resources, and insurance processes, maintaining accurate documentation, and collaborating with clinical and administrative staff.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build respectful, supportive relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Effective communication skills, including clear verbal and written communication and active listening.
• Knowledge of addiction recovery principles, relapse prevention, and recovery-oriented support practices.
• Experience providing or participating in training, education, or group facilitation related to recovery or human services.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries, uphold confidentiality, and follow organizational policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Monitor client safety and well-being.
• Facilitate recovery-focused groups.
• Assist clients with navigating appointments, community resources, and insurance-related processes.
• Maintain accurate documentation and incident reports as needed.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff and participate in team meetings.
• Help maintain a structured, respectful, and supportive environment.
• Shifts may include evenings, weekends, or holidays.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Relapse prevention knowledge

Group facilitation

Crisis de-escalation

Active listening

Professional boundaries

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Additional education/certifications in human services or counseling (beneficial)

Job description

Link House, Inc. in Newburyport, MA is seeking a part-time Recovery Specialist to support residents in recovery and daily living activities on-site.

You will monitor client safety, facilitate recovery-focused groups, and provide encouragement aligned with program goals and policies. The role involves helping clients navigate appointments, community resources, and insurance processes, maintaining accurate documentation, and collaborating with clinical and administrative staff.