Per Diem Recovery Specialist

High Point & Affiliated Organizations; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Unmatched Leave Time

Job summary

SEMCOA's Harmony House in New Bedford seeks a Recovery Specialist to support residents facing substance use and mental health challenges. You will monitor patient safety, document in the EHR hourly, and assist with group activities.

Responsibilities include crisis de-escalation, implementing confidentiality standards, and maintaining a therapeutic environment. Per diem shifts offer flexibility, with daytime and evening options available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year in substance use/behavioral health preferred.
• TB screening required.
• CPR certification required.
• Confidentiality training (42 CFR, HIPAA) required.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work with diverse populations.
• Basic computer skills and written/verbal communication required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety by monitoring patients and entering status in EHR hourly.
• Ensure a clean, therapeutic environment and assist with room and supply management.
• Assist in crisis de-escalation and crisis intervention as needed.
• Follow federal regulations (42 CFR Part 2; HIPAA) and maintain patient rights standards.
• Facilitate activities and groups for residents and document notes in EHR.
• Transport residents when required and assist with admissions per policy.
• Attend supervision meetings and mandatory statuses as assigned.
• Support nursing and supervisory staff with day-to-day duties.

Skills

Verbal & written comms

CPR Certification

Confidentiality training

Crisis de-escalation

Basic computer skills

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EHR system

Job description

Program & Location: SEMCOA's Harmony House, New Bedford
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
Pay Range: $19 - $24 per hour (education & experience dependent)
Status: Per Diem shifts available
Shift: 7am - 3:30pm or 3pm - 11:30pm

About Us

SEMCOA's (Southeast Massachusetts Council on Advocacy) mission is to advocate for and provide support to individuals, families, and communities in the areas of substance use, mental illness, domestic violence, homelessness, and parenting. SEMCOA operates four emergency assistance family shelters that provide supportive services to families and assist them with securing permanent housing. SEMCOA also provides residential recovery home treatment to individuals with substance use disorders, as well as transitional and permanent housing stability and support programs. Our portfolio also includes two graduate sober houses, the Family Preservation Program, as well as Greater Brockton and Greater Attleboro Taunton Healthy Families programs.

Recovery Specialist Requirements

• TB Screening
• CPR Certification
• HPAO Crisis De-escalation Program
• Confidentiality training (42 CFR, Part 2 and 45 CFR Parts 160 & 164 HIPAA)
• Therapeutic Boundaries Training
• Ability to care for diverse populations
• All Hazards Training
• Infection Control Training
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Basic Computer Skills
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing

Recovery Specialist Duties & Responsibilities

• Compliance with Federal Regulations regarding 42 CFR Part 2; Confidentiality of Substance Use Disorder and HIPAA Regulations;
• Reviews and adheres to posted shift assignment at the start of shift;
• Observation and accounting of all patients at all times to ensure safety, entering findings of patient status into EHR at a minimum of hourly;
• Monitor the milieu including bathrooms and group rooms for safe, clean, and therapeutic environment at hourly and/or as needed;
• Understanding of emergency procedures and codes and remain calm in a crisis;
• Maintain therapeutic boundaries by setting limits and enforcing rules in a respectful manner;
• Perform room inspections per policy and bag searches when directed;
• Ensure the unit is neat and clean, performing end of shift duties to maintain a therapeutic environment for patients and staff, and restock supplies as needed;
• Attends Supervision with assigned supervisor twice monthly and/or as needed based on status or concerns and attend mandatory meetings;
• Complete urine drug screens and breathalyzers when indicated;
• Perform and observe medication self-administration;
• Conduct room and bag searches when indicated;
• Facilitate assigned groups and enter notes into EHR;
• Transportation of residents, if applicable (policy and documentation must be complete);
• Process new patient admission including the EHR process, an inventory and documentation of clothing, electronic and valuables and other forms as directed;
• Be familiar with BSAS regulation and adhere to the rights of patients as defined by DPH Patient Rights Standards (105 CMR 164.079);
• Assist in verbal de-escalation and patient centered behavioral interventions with residents and provide crisis intervention as appropriate;
• Perform any other duties as assigned by Recovery Specialist Supervisor, Nursing Staff, Nurse Manager, Program/Site Director, DON, or COO.

Recovery Specialist Qualifications

• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent GED, preferred.
• One year of experience in substance use/behavioral health field is preferred but not required.
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long & short-term disability
• Discounted auto/home and renters' insurance - Rogers & Gray
• 403b - Retirement
• FSA & DCA
• PFML
• Employee Assistance Program
• Eligibility for free classes to become a Licensed Counselor or Recovery Coach
• Education days to use towards CEU's
• Free meals at select programs and when available
• Unmatched Leave Time (FT employees can earn up to 3 weeks in first year)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.