Recovery Specialist - Per Diem

High Point & SEMCOA; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Long & short-term disability

Retirement Plan

FSA & DCA

PFML

Employee Assistance Program

Bonus & Referral Programs

Free classes to become a Licensed Coun

Recovery Coach

CEU Trainings with Education days

Free meals at select programs

Unmatched Leave Time

Job summary

SEMCOA seeks a dedicated Recovery Specialist to support residential services at Monarch House, New Bedford, MA. The role requires maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment, completing required documentation, and assisting with crisis de-escalation as needed.

Responsibilities include shift compliance, patient observation, adherence to confidentiality standards, and coordinating with supervisors and nursing staff. High school diploma or GED preferred; CPR and various trainings are required.

Qualifications

• TB Screening
• CPR Certification
• HPAO crisis de-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.
• Basic Computer Skills
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing

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 all patients at all times to 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, clean and therapeutic environment at hourly and/or as needed
• Understanding of emergency procedures and codes and remain calm in a crisis
• Maintain therapeutic boundaries by setting limits and enforcing rules in a respectful manner
• Perform room inspections per policy and bag searches when directed
• Ensure the unit is neat and clean, performing end of shift duties to maintain a therapeutic environment for patients and staff, and restocks supplies as needed.
• Attends Supervision with assigned supervisor twice monthly and/or as needed based on status or concerns and attend mandatory meetings
• Perform any other duties as assigned by Recovery Specialist Supervisor, Nursing Staff, Nurse Manager, Program/Site Director, DON, COO.

Job description

Recovery Specialist

Program & Location: Monarch House - New Bedford, MA
Education: High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
Pay Range: $19-$24/hr
Status: Per Diem, Weekends are required
Shifts: 7am-3:30pm, 3pm-11:30pm, or 11pm-7:30am; must also be available to pick up shifts as needed

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Long & short-term disability
• Retirement Plan
• FSA & DCA
• PFML
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bonus & Referral Programs
• Eligibility for free classes 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)

About Us

SEMCOA's (Southeast Massachusetts Council on Advocacy) mission is to advocate for andprovidesupport to individuals, families, and communities in the areas of substance use, mental illness, domestic violence, homelessness, and parenting. SEMCOA operatesfour emergencyassistancecongregate family shelters and additional scattered sitesthat provide supportive services to families andassistthem with securing permanent housing.SEMCOA also provides residential recovery home treatment to individuals with substance use disorders, as well as transitional and permanent housing stability and support programs.Our portfolio also includes two graduate sober houses, the Family Preservation Program, as well as Greater Brockton and Greater Attleboro Taunton Healthy Families programs.

Recovery Specialist Requirements

• TB Screening
• CPR Certification
• HPAO crisis de-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.
• Basic Computer Skills
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing

Recovery Specialist Duties & 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 all patients at all times to 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, clean and therapeutic environment at hourly and/or as needed
• Understanding of emergency procedures and codes and remain calm in a crisis
• Maintain therapeutic boundaries by setting limits and enforcing rules in a respectful manner
• Perform room inspections per policy and bag searches when directed
• Ensure the unit is neat and clean, performing end of shift duties to maintain a therapeutic environment for patients and staff, and restocks supplies as needed.
• Attends Supervision with assigned supervisor twice monthly and/or as needed based on status or concerns and attend mandatory meetings
• Perform any other duties as assigned by Recovery Specialist Supervisor, Nursing Staff, Nurse Manager, Program/Site Director, DON, COO.

Recovery Specialist - Residential Services Duties & 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

Recovery Specialist Qualifications

• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent GED, preferred.
• One year of experience in substance use/behavioral health field is preferred but not required.