Recovery Specialist - Opioid Overdose Recovery Program

Oaks Integrated Care; Paulsboro (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Recovery Specialist to join their Opioid Overdose Recovery Program. In this meaningful role, you'll provide vital support to individuals recovering from opioid overdoses, guiding them through treatment and recovery processes. Your responsibilities will include facilitating recovery groups, offering personalized assistance, and advocating for effective treatment options. This position offers flexible shifts and the opportunity to make a real difference in the community. If you're passionate about helping others and seeking a rewarding career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical and dental insurance

Vision plan

Retirement plan

Flexible spending plans

Excellent time benefits

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in recovery support services preferred.
• Bilingual skills are a plus for this role.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-call coverage at Emergency Departments.
• Conduct recovery-based groups and individual sessions.

Skills

Recovery support services

Population-specific communication

Knowledge of treatment resources

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Recovery Specialist - Opioid Overdose Recovery Program

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Schedule: Full time; Varied: Flexible shifts according to program needs including nights and weekends

Competencies

The potential employee will have the ability assess and interpret information related to population; have knowledge of the symptoms of the disability/disorder and ability to recognize exacerbation of symptoms; have a general understanding of treatment needs; knowledge of available treatment resources and appropriate use; Population-specific communication skills.

Responsibilities

• The Recovery Specialists shall be responsible for providing on-call coverage at county-based Emergency Departments and engage and provide non-clinical assistance and recovery supports for individuals reversed from an opioid overdose
• The Recovery Specialist will be responsible for providing recovery based groups and individual sessions in the Burlington County Jail.
• The role of the Recovery Specialists shall include, but is not limited to the following:
• Educating survivors, through use of Evidence Based Practices (EBPs) on how to appropriately navigate treatment, social service and recovery support systems
• Serving as a positive role model to survivors and their families by sharing experiential knowledge, hope, and skills
• Maintaining relationships with survivors and their families via in-person meetings or phone calls for a minimum of eight (8) weeks in order to assist individuals in the treatment, engagement and retention process
• Reinforcing, guiding, and ensuring survivors and their families that recovery is possible, and is built on multiple strengths, coping abilities, and resources of each individual
• Assisting survivors with gaining skills and accessing resources needed to initiate and maintain recovery
• Assisting in establishing and sustaining a social and physical environment supportive of recovery
• Advocating for appropriate and effective community treatment and recovery
• Empowering survivors to make self-determined and self-directed choices about their recovery pathway
  

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Medical and dental insurance
• Vision plan
• Retirement plan
• Flexible spending plans
• EXCELLENT time benefits for qualified positions!
• Opportunity for personal and career growth, including supervision towards professional licensure for eligible candidates
• Team-oriented environment - we practice the FISH! Philosophy
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of experience in providing recovery support services. Bilingual and previous experience in providing formal peer services is preferred.
• Knowledge of recovery-based concepts and interventions.
• Valid driver's license.
• Available to provide on-call support that includes weekend, evening and overnight shifts.
  
  

All positions require a valid driver's license in good standing and pre-employment drug screening. Oaks Integrated Care considers applicants for all positions without regard to: race; color; religion; sex; national origin; age; sexual orientation; marital or veteran status; the presence of a medical condition, genetic information or handicap, unrelated to performing the tasks of the job; or any other legally protected status.

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