Recovery Specialist

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Employee assistance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k match

Discounts

Job summary

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc in Lowell, MA is hiring a Recovery Specialist to help maintain a safe, supportive environment and assist with program operations. You will support client movement, transport services, and contribute to admissions and discharges.

The role emphasizes respectful interactions in a collaborative team setting. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, strong verbal and written communication, and basic computer skills to use electronic health records.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in substance abuse or mental health field preferred, not required.
• Excellent verbal, social and writing skills.
• Independent judgment for emergencies and problem solving.
• Strong written and oral communication in diverse settings.
• Basic computer skills to enter data and use electronic health records.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe environment with focus on high quality services and customer satisfaction.
• Facilitate movement of clients around the building in a safe, orderly manner.
• Provide transportation for clients as needed using the program vehicle.
• Conduct alcohol and drug screens with respect and dignity.
• Assist with admissions and discharge procedures as required.
• Oversee housekeeping tasks to keep units clean and orderly.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Location: Lowell, MA - Clinical Stabilization Services (CSS) Inpatient Treatment Program

Schedule: Flexible with days and shifts

Pay rate: $20.00-$23.00/hour

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision insurance/additional voluntary insurances
• Company-paid life insurance/employee assistance programs
• Generous paid time off accrual
• Tuition reimbursement/loan repayment options
• 401k with company match up to 7%
• Discounts on wide array of services/entertainment nationwide

Role: Recovery Specialist

The Recovery Specialist is responsible for:

• Maintaining a safe environment at all times with an emphasis on high quality services and customer satisfaction.
• Facilitating the movement of clients around the building and grounds in a safe and orderly fashion.
• Providing transportation for clients and in support of program operations using the program vehicle when needed.
• Conducting alcohol and drug screens on clients using an approach that demonstrates respect and dignity for the clients.
• Assisting with admission and discharge procedures as required.
• Overseeing the clients\' general housekeeping chores with participation in light housekeeping as needed, ensuring that the units remain clean and orderly.

Qualifications

• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in substance abuse or mental health field preferred, not required.
• Must have excellent verbal, social and writing skills.
• Must display the use of appropriate independent judgment to determine appropriate course of action in resolving problems and in emergencies.
• Must be able to express self adequately in written and oral communication and to communicate effectively in an interdisciplinary, culturally diverse setting with clients, families, staff and regulatory agencies.
• Must have basic ability in use of computers to be able make entries and utilize electronic health records.