Recovery Specialist - Full Time Evening Shift

High Point & SEMCOA; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

403b Retirement

FSA/DSA

Employee Assistance Program

Bonuses & Referral

Free courses to become Counselor

CEU Trainings

Free meals

Leave Time

Job summary

High Point & Affiliated Organizations is seeking a Recovery Specialist for the Transitional Support Services (TSS) program in New Bedford, MA. You will support clients transitioning from detox to step-down care in a structured residential setting.

Responsibilities include confidentiality adherence, incident reporting, and maintaining a therapeutic milieu with safety and care for diverse populations.

Qualifications

• TB Screening, CPR Certification, and crisis/de-escalation training are required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA regulations.

Skills

TB Screening

CPR Certification

Crisis De-escalation

Confidentiality Training

Therapeutic Boundaries

Diversity Care

Incident Reporting

All Hazards Training

Infection Control

Lifting 50 lbs

Basic Computer Skills

Verbal & Written Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Recovery Specialist

Program/Location: Transitional Support Services (TSS) - New Bedford, MA
Education: High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
Pay Range: $21-$26/hr
Status: Full Time, 32 hrs/week
Sunday - Wednesday 3pm-11:30pm

About Us

Our Transitional Support Services Programs (TSS) offer co-ed services that bridges the gap between detox and step-down services to residential after-care.

High Point & Affiliated Organizations is a health and human service agency whose mission is to treat and prevent substance use disorders and mental illness. High Point has programs located throughout SE Massachusetts offering a full continuum of care for substance use and mental health treatment, including inpatient, outpatient, residential, and community-based services. Programs and services also assist survivors of abuse, violence, and families experiencing homelessness. High Point believes that everyone has inherent goodness, worth, and dignity. Our goal is to help individuals and families achieve personal change and improve their quality of life.

Recovery Specialist Requirements

• TB Screening
• CPR Certification
• HPAOcrisisde-escalation program
• Confidentiality training (42 CFR, Part2 and 45 CFR parts 160 & 164 HIPAA)
• Therapeutic Boundaries Training
• Ability to care for diverse populations
• Incident Report Training
• All Hazards Training
• Infection Control Training
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• BasicComputer Skills
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing

Recovery Specialist Duties and Responsibilities

• Compliance with Federal Regulations regarding 42 CFR Part 2; Confidentiality of Substance Use Disorder and HIPAA Regulations
• Reviews and adheres to posted shift assignment at the start of shift
• Observation and accounting of allpatientsat all timesto ensure safety, entering findings of patient status into the EHR at a minimum of hourly
• Monitor the milieu including bathrooms and group room for safe,cleanand therapeutic environmentathourlyand/or as needed
• Understanding of emergency procedures and codesand remain calm in a crisis
• Maintain therapeutic boundaries by setting limits and enforcing rules in a respectful manner
• Perform roominspections per policyand bag searches when directed
• Ensure the unit is neat and clean, performing end of shift duties tomaintaina therapeutic environmentfor patients and staff, and restocksupplies as needed.
• Attends Supervision with assigned supervisor twice monthly and/or as needed based on status or concernsand attend mandatory meetings
• Perform any otherduties asassigned by Recovery Specialist Supervisor, Nursing Staff, Nurse Manager, Program/Site Director, DON, COO.

Residential Services Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete urine drug screens and breathalyzers when indicated;
• Perform and observe medication self-administration;
• Conduct room and bag searches when indicated;
• Facilitate assigned groups and enter notes into EHR
• Transportation of residents, if applicable (policy and documentation must be complete);
• Process new patient admission including the EHR process, an inventory and documentation of clothing, electronic and valuables and other forms as directed
• Be familiar with BSAS regulation and adhere to the rights of patients as defined by DPH Patient Rights Standards (105 CMR 164.079)
• Assist in verbal de-escalation and patient centered behavioral interventions with residents and provide crisis intervention as appropriate

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long & short term disability
• Discounted auto/home and renters insurance
• 403b - Retirement
• FSA & DSA
• PMLA
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bonuses & Referral
• Free & Discounted Courses to become a Licensed Counselor or Recovery Coach
• Company Paid CEU Trainings w/ Education Days to Complete CEU's
• Free meals at Select Programs (when available)
• Unmatched Leave Time (FT employees can earn up to 3 weeks in first year)