Recovery Specialist – Clinical Stabilization Services

Behavioral Health Network, Inc (BHN); Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

403(b)

Educational assistance

Medical insurance

Dental

Job summary

Behavioral Health Network, Inc (BHN) is seeking Recovery Specialists for the Clinical Stabilization Services (CSS) team in Western Massachusetts. The role supports the daily operations of a structured substance-use treatment milieu and helps maintain a safe, recovery-oriented environment for individuals in CSS.

Responsibilities include documenting safety checks, assisting with admissions and discharges, coordinating with nursing and counseling staff, and supporting medication administration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Medical Assistant (MA) credential preferred.
• Two years of sustained recovery preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to transport individuals.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Strong communication and empathetic, nonjudgmental approach.
• Ability to work a 24-hour residential program schedule.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily operations and therapeutic milieu of CSS, maintaining a safe recovery-oriented environment.
• Perform and document required Signs of Life and safety checks per policy.
• Provide respectful, person-centered support during CSS stay and encourage engagement.
• Assist admissions and discharges with required information and materials.
• Coordinate care with nursing, counseling, and program staff to ensure continuity.
• Support self-administration of medication and related documentation.
• Respond to emergencies and contact clinical staff as needed.
• Complete accurate EHR entries, incident and transportation requests, and shift notes.
• Provide safe transportation to appointments and assist with unit duties.
• Protect confidentiality under HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2; attend training and meetings.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Computers

Job description

Behavioral Health Network, Inc (BHN) is seeking Recovery Specialists for the Clinical Stabilization Services (CSS) team in Western Massachusetts. The role supports the daily operations of a structured substance-use treatment milieu and helps maintain a safe, recovery-oriented environment for individuals in CSS.

Responsibilities include documenting safety checks, assisting with admissions and discharges, coordinating with nursing and counseling staff, and supporting medication administration.