Recovery Specialist

Default Brand; Hyannis (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability benefits

401k / Retirement plan

FSA & DCA

Free CEU trainings

Free meals at select programs

Paid time off / leave time

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

High Point Inpatient Campus in Hyannis, MA is seeking Recovery Specialists to provide patient supervision, support, and care across all shifts. The role emphasizes confidentiality, crisis de-escalation, and adherence to federal health regulations.

A High School diploma or GED and CPR/64 training are preferred, with opportunities for full-time, part-time or per diem employment. Employees receive benefits including health and vision insurance, disability coverage, and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• CPR certification and confidentiality training required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and use basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients hourly and enter status notes into the EHR.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic milieu and assist in group activities.
• Escort patients within the facility and support crisis de-escalation.
• Complete admissions with EHR documentation and consent forms.
• Attend supervision and mandatory meetings as required.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

CPR Certification

Confidentiality training

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Program/Location: High Point Inpatient Campus - Hyannis, MA
Education: High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
Pay range: $22-27/hr (depending on education and experience)
Status: Full Time, Part Time, or Per Diem
Shift: All Shifts

About Us

High Point & Affiliated Organizations (HPAO) is a health and human service agency whose mission is to treat and prevent substance use disorders and mental illness. High Point has programs located throughout Southeast Massachusetts, offering a full continuum of care for substance use and mental health treatment, including inpatient, outpatient, residential, and community-based services. Programs and services also assist survivors of abuse, violence, and families experiencing homelessness. High Point believes that everyone has inherent goodness, worth, and dignity. Our goal is to help individuals and families achieve personal change and improve their quality of life.

Recovery Specialist Requirements

• TB Screening
• CPR Certification
• Confidentiality training (42 CFR, Part2 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 and 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 the EHR at a minimum of hourly
• Monitor the milieu including bathrooms and group room 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
• Substance Use Disorder Training (including Nicotine Addiction)
• Perform under the delegation authority of the RN / LPN working on the shift assigned
• Complete admission consents and releases within the EHR
• Complete patient observation checks monitoring per practitioner/nurse order timely and accurately on the iPad (paper when iPad unavailable)
• Print daily census in preparation for next shift
• Attends and participates in change of shift report with nursing staff at the beginning and end of each shift
• Observation and reporting to the nurse signs of withdrawal and/or medical and behavioral changes
• Monitor supplies necessary for showering and personal care to maintain individual hygiene/safety
• Utilize Walkie-Talkies as campus responders and perform radio checks hourly and when escorting patient off the unit
• Process new patient admission including the EHR process, an inventory and documentation of clothing, electronic and valuables
• Be familiar with and adhere to the rights of patients as defined by DPH Patient Rights Standards (105 CMR 164.079)-BSAS licensed programs
• Be familiar with and adhere to the rights of the patients as defined by DMH Patient Rights Standards (104 CMR 28.11)- DMH licensed programs
• Monitor milieu as directed by the nurse during Medication Administration (ATS/ACCS)
• Complete medication Monitoring Training (within 90 days of hire or as appropriate) and perform Medication Monitoring during Observed Self-Administration (on CSS/TSS units) after successful completion of training
• Escorting patients to meal, groups, medical appointments within the facility and outdoor break
• Reports off to nurse when leaving the unit for any reason
• Facilitate assigned groups and enter notes into EHR
• Transportation of residents, if applicable (policy and documentation must be complete)
• Engage in verbal de-escalation and patient centered behavioral interventions in treatment
• Facilitation of activity-based group activities and milieu engagement per daily scheduled as assigned
• Perform any other duties as assigned by Recovery Specialist Supervisor, Nursing Staff, Nurse Manager, Program/Site Director, DON, 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
• 403b - Retirement
• FSA & DCA
• PFML
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free courses offered to become a Licensed Counselor or Recovery Coach
• Company Paid CEU Trainings w/ Education Days to Complete CEU's
• Free Meals at Select Programs (Based on availability)
• Unmatched Leave Time (FT employees can earn up to 3 weeks in first year)

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