Recovery Specialist- Female Residential

Gavin Foundation, Inc.; Dorchester (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Gavin Foundation seeks a Recovery Specialist for its residential women’s substance abuse treatment program in Dorchester. The role ensures safety, enforces house rules, and supports residents in developing life skills during overnight shifts.

Responsibilities include monitoring during medication, conducting hourly room checks, documenting incidents, and collaborating with the Program Director to uphold program standards and resident well-being.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in health and human services; co-occurring disorders preferred.
• Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor preferred.
• Valid MA driver’s license.
• Ability to pass CORI and drug testing.
• Understanding of 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of residents at all times.
• Monitor residents during medication administration for guideline adherence.
• Conduct hourly room checks for safety and standards.
• Maintain cleanliness of key areas (food storage, equipment, spaces).
• Participate in bi-weekly supervision meetings to improve care.
• Support residents in developing life skills and independence.
• Log incidents accurately and report promptly per protocols.
• Enforce policies and document deviations with corrective action.
• Perform duties assigned by the Program Director.

Skills

Health services experience

HIPAA knowledge

CORI compliance

Verbal communication

Written communication

Co-occurring disorders experience

Job description

JOB TITLE: Recovery Specialist

REPORTS TO: Program Director

SCHEDULE: FRIDAY & SATURDAY OVERNIGHTS 11PM-7AM

SUMMARY OF POSITION: Responsible for overall safety of residents and facility of a residential women’s substance abuse treatment program in Dorchester. Responsible for ensuring that residents are complying to the house rules and regulations and monitoring life skills.

Primary Responsibilities

• Ensure the physical and emotional safety of residents at all times.
• Monitor residents during medication administration to ensure adherence to guidelines
• Conduct hourly room checks to ensure resident safety and compliance with program standards.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of key program areas, including food storage, equipment, refrigerators/freezers, and common spaces.
• Actively participate in bi-weekly supervision meetings to review performance, address concerns, and improve care practices.
• Oversee and support residents in developing life skills, fostering independence and personal growth.
• Log and document any incidents, ensuring accurate and timely reporting in accordance with program protocols.
• Enforce program policies and procedures, documenting any deviations and taking appropriate corrective action.
• Perform additional duties and tasks as assigned by the Program Director

Requirements

• Two years’ experience in health and human service-related field, preferably working with co-occurring behavioral health and substance use disorders. Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor preferred.
• Must possess a valid MA driver’s license.
• Must be able to pass CORI and Drug Testing requirements
• Demonstrated understanding of, and committed to adhering to, federal and state policies (42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA)
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, professionalism, & boundaries.
• Demonstrated proficiency in verbal and written communication skills.
• Candidates with lived expertise are encouraged to apply, if in recovery, must have two years of continuous sobriety
• Personal characteristics of understanding, dedication, empathy and genuineness are essential.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent interaction with providers, colleagues, clients, residents and visitors requiring the employee to communicate, as well as detect and interpret information, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, occasionally during emergency situations.
• Frequent communication of accurate information, instructions, and ideas so others will understand.
• Bending to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment up to twenty (20) pounds.
• Frequent movement throughout the program, including up and down multiple flights of stairs to access, obtain, or distribute supplies (sometimes pushing or pulling equipment), conduct wellness checks, interact with clients and residents, etc.
• Remain in a stationary position for an extended period, as needed.

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