Recovery Specialist - Addiction Treatment Services

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Lynn (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Recovery Specialist for Addiction Treatment Services in Lynn, MA. This role supports individuals in early recovery through short-term residential services, helping clients develop daily living skills, goal setting, problem solving, and self-advocacy.

Nursing support, case management, group sessions and aftercare planning are part of the program. The position emphasizes being a positive presence for clients, collaborating with the clinical team, and

Qualifications

• Experience working with substance use population is preferred.
• Valid MA Driver’s License in good standing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists clients in reaching their personal goals and tracking their milestones.
• Collaborates with Clinical Supervisor and fellow colleagues to ensure client progress.
• Observes and supervises buildings and grounds.
• Searches client belongings on admission and at discharge, or as otherwise directed by supervisor.
• Completes all necessary checklists, shift documentation and record keeping in a timely manner in accordance with agency policies and procedures.

Skills

Substance use experience

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.

Recovery Specialist - Addiction Treatment Services

Job Description: Benefits that start day 1!

Schedule

Full Time 32 hours - 2:30pm - 10:30pm Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday

Program Description

Transitional Support Services (TSS) is a program dedicated to helping men and women by providing short-term residential support services to individuals in early recovery from drug and/or alcohol addiction.

Clients are provided with the tools they need to begin developing skills of daily living including goal setting, problem solving, and self-advocacy.

Services include nursing support, individual case management, group treatment sessions, aftercare planning, and more.

Role Overview

The Recovery Specialist position is a great opportunity for someone who seeks to be a positive presence in the lives of those who are struggling with addiction.

Responsibilities

• Assists clients in reaching their personal goals and tracking their milestones, helping them to achieve success at whatever stage they are at in their recovery
• Collaborates with Clinical Supervisor and fellow colleagues to ensure client progress
• Observes and supervises buildings and grounds
• Searches client belongings on admission and at discharge, or as otherwise directed by supervisor
• Completes all necessary checklists, shift documentation and record keeping in a timely manner in accordance with agency policies and procedures

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Experience working with substance use population is preferred
• Valid MA Driver’s License in good standing preferred

Pay

Pay Range: $20.00 - $24.38

The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

Company Commitment

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities.

Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together.

Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives.

Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.