Recovery Specialist - Onyx (2nd Shift)

RiverValley Behavioral Health; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 18,253 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

RiverValley Behavioral Health is seeking a Recovery Specialist in Owensboro, KY. This full-time role involves supervising clients in a residential substance abuse program and assisting with their daily needs. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and skills in communication and supervision.

The position requires effective documentation and transportation of clients to appointments. This role plays a crucial part in providing support and fostering collaborative relationships.

Qualifications

• Must possess valid driver’s license.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in supervision and client care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervises clients during shift including bed checks and meal supervision.
• Assists office support staff with various tasks.
• Leads support group sessions as needed.
• Transports clients to appointments and recreational outings.

Skills

Supervision skills

Communication

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CPR/First Aid Certification

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

Job Location: Owensboro, KY 42301

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School/GED

Salary Range: $13.25 - $16.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: Occasional

Job Shift: 2nd

Job Summary

A Recovery Specialist provides basic supervision and assistance to clients of a residential substance abuse program. (2nd Shift 4:00pm-12:00am)

Essential Functions

• Supervises clients during shift. This includes bed checks, meal supervision, taking vitals, observing self-administration of meds, and supervising passes and visitors.
• Provides assistance to office support staff by copying forms, filing, and recombining charts that are ready for termination as necessary.
• Leads “pass” process group on Sunday or other support type groups and documents on each client.
• Facilitates community building exercises and orientation groups. Handles the logistics of patient arrival and departure. Manages follow up appointments.
• Transports clients to and from CFC, recreational outings and doctor appointments. Monitors and documents client behaviors. Attends and helps document Family Educational groups.
• Fosters collaborative working relationships among members of the leadership and management teams and programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Must possess valid driver’s license

Knowledge and Skills

• SCM: No
• Valid Driver’s License: Yes
• CPR/ First Aid: Yes