Recovery Specialist

Spectrum Health Systems; Westborough (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Health Systems in Westborough, MA, seeks a Recovery Specialist for full-time evening hours (Sun–Thu, 3:00pm–11:30pm). The role focuses on maintaining safety, facilitating client movement, and supporting program operations with transportation as needed, including alcohol and drug screens.

Responsibilities include assisting admissions/discharges and overseeing unit cleanliness, with a high emphasis on respectful, confidential client interactions and teamwork with staff and regulatory

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal, social and writing skills are required.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment in emergencies and routine situations.
• Effective written and oral communication in a diverse setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe environment at all times with emphasis on high-quality services and customer satisfaction.
• Facilitate movement of clients around the building and grounds in a safe, orderly fashion.
• Provide transportation for clients using the program vehicle when needed.
• Conduct alcohol and drug screens with respect and dignity for clients.
• Assist with admission and discharge procedures as required.
• Oversee housekeeping to keep units clean and orderly.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Independent judgment

Computer literacy (EHR)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Location: Westborough, MA. Clinical Stabilization Services (Inpatient Treatment Program)Schedule: Full-time. Sunday-Thursday, 3:00pm - 11:30pmPay rate: $20.00-$23.00/hourThe 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.