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

Company Description

Link House, Inc. is a 503(c) non-profit organization that has delivered residential substance use services in the North Shore communities for more than 44 years. Across its four programs—Link House in Newburyport, The Elms and Progress House in Amesbury, and the Maris Center for Women in Salisbury—the organization has supported over 6,500 individuals in achieving sober, independent, and productive lives. Link House, Inc. currently serves 103 clients at any given time, offering structured, recovery-focused environments. Team members join a mission-driven organization committed to long-term recovery and community-based support. Staff work collaboratively to promote dignity, respect, and empowerment for all clients.

Role Description

The Recovery Specialist is a part-time, on-site role located in Newburyport, MA, responsible for supporting residents in their recovery and daily living activities. This role includes monitoring client safety and well-being, facilitating recovery-focused groups, and providing encouragement and guidance in alignment with program goals and policies. The Recovery Specialist will assist clients with navigating appointments, community resources, and insurance-related processes, while maintaining accurate documentation and incident reports as needed. Daily tasks also include collaborating with clinical and administrative staff, participating in team meetings, and helping to maintain a structured, respectful, and supportive environment. The position may require evening, weekend, or holiday shifts depending on program needs.

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.
• Basic understanding of insurance and healthcare coverage processes, with the ability to help clients navigate resources.
• Experience providing or participating in training, education, or group facilitation related to recovery or human services.
• Prior experience in substance use recovery, behavioral health, or residential program settings is preferred.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries, uphold confidentiality, and follow organizational policies and procedures.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or certifications in human services, counseling, or related fields are beneficial.
• Reliable attendance, ability to work scheduled shifts on-site in Newburyport, MA, and capacity to respond calmly in crisis situations.