Recovery Specialist

Center for Human Development, Inc.; Greenfield (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Center for Human Development (CHD) is seeking 2nd shift Recovery Specialist to join the Two Rivers Recovery Program in Greenfield, MA. This full-time role supports women in early recovery within a therapeutic residential setting and includes administering medications, assisting with daily living activities, and helping residents build independence and employability.

The position offers a competitive hourly rate of $20/hour and a robust benefits package, including dental, health, and life

Qualifications

• Background screening including a CORI and motor vehicle record check is required.
• A reliable vehicle is required.
• Preferred experience in the substance use/mental health field.
• Experience in a group home setting is preferred.
• Female applicants are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support clients' activities of daily living.
• Administer medications as needed.
• Advocate for individuals and provide opportunities to optimise independence, rehabilitation and recovery.
• Develop professional and supportive relationships with clients and provide informal counseling and guidance with a person-centered focus.
• Provide a safe and sober environment that is relevant, consistent and nurturing.
• If residents have children, provide the skills and support residents need to parent their children.
• Assist in preparation for vocational and workforce development.

Education

High School or better

Job description

Two Rivers Recovery Program
Greenfield, MA 01301, USA

Description

Center for Human Development, CHD, is currently seeking 2nd shift Recovery Specialist to join our Two Rivers Program in Greenfield, MA!

Two Rivers Recovery Center is a therapeutic residential treatment program for women in early recovery. Two Rivers provides services for up to 25 women and five newborns in a collective living environment, where women (and some newborns) share space and resources in an effort to build sober community and peaceful living. As a therapeutic setting, we strive to provide each woman with a safe, nurturing environment to foster success. TRRC provides the resources where women grow emotionally, socially, and spiritually through the clinical and supportive services.

Your role as Direct Care:

• Supporting clients' activities of daily living
• Administering medications as needed
• Advocating for individuals and provide opportunities to optimize their independence, rehabilitation and recovery
• Develop professional and supportive relationships with clients and provide informal counseling and guidance with a person-centered focus
• Providing a safe and sober environment that is relevant, consistent and nurturing
• If residents have children, provide the skills and support residents need to parent residents’ children
• Assist in preparation for vocational and workforce development

Requirements:

• All positions require background screening including a CORI and motor vehicle record check, as well as a reliable vehicle.
• Preferred experience with working in the substance use/mental health field
• Experience in a group home setting preferred
• Female applicants encouraged to apply

This is a full time, 2nd shift opportunity. Work hours will be Tuesday - Saturday 2:30pm-10:30pm.

Take advantage of a competitive hourly rate of $20/hour as well as a phenomenal benefit package that includes Dental, Health, and Life insurance. Paid time off, earned vacation time and paid holidays just to name a few.

AT CENTER FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT (CHD), Care Finds a Way:

The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad range of high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. At CHD we are celebrating differences; inclusion is not just a policy- it is a daily practice. Multicultural, multilingual, and fluent in sign language, CHD is a reflection of those we serve.

CONNECT WITH OUR TEAM TODAY!

If this sounds like the right job for you, do not wait - apply today to join our team. We look forward to hearing from you!

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Enthusiastic

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Flexibility

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Growth Opportunities

Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

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.