Recovery Specialist SUD

Centerstone; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

403b retirement plan with company 2%+

Paid time off and holidays

AD&D Insurance and Life Insurance

Employee Resource Groups

Continuing education opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Centerstone is a leading nonprofit behavioral health system providing care in multiple settings. The role involves assisting clients with daily living activities, monitoring behaviors, and supporting therapeutic recreation under supervision.

You will also cover the front desk, assist staff and residents, and help document care plans and safety compliance. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED; a bachelor’s degree in psychology or social work is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or related field preferred.
• Experience with criminal justice system and Department of Child Services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities and monitor behaviors.
• Lead or facilitate group activities and support therapeutic recreation.
• Provide front desk coverage and administrative support for staff and residents.
• Document client interactions and ensure safety and compliance with program guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

JOB DESCRIPTION: SUMMARY OF POSITION

Assists clients with daily living activities and tracks, monitors and documents client behaviors and interactions. Assists in planning therapeutic recreation for groups, and may lead individual and group activities with clients. Completes day-to-day program tasks, monitors clients and the program facility to ensure safety and compliance with program guidelines. Serves as the point of contact by providing coverage of the front desk, reception area, and phone systems. Provides administrative and program support for the staff and residents.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists clinical staff in meeting and monitoring the client’s medical and health care needs by observing and documenting client compliance with medication regimes as dictated in the treatment plan. Assists in the implementation of agency programs as specified by supervisor. Facilitates group activities according to program schedule and implements individualized care plans as developed by the treatment team. Assists clients in learning how to meet basic needs, including activities such as: medication management, developing life skills (i.e. cooking, money management, cleaning, and parenting), pursuing recreational and leisure activities, housing, transportation, legal, medical and financial assistance, and securing appropriate entitlements. Assists in census management, admissions, and discharges.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Level High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in psychology, social work, or related field is preferred.

Years of Experience Experience working with the criminal justice system and the Department of Child Services preferred.

Certification/Licensure N/A

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Standing – 10% Sitting – 90% Squatting – Occasional Kneeling – Occasional Bending – Occasional Driving – Occasional Lifting – Occasional

Time Type: Part time Pay Range: $15.75--$22.00

Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and ten paid holidays
• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Employee Resource Groups
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.

Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees.

We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.

Centerstone is a nonprofit health system providing mental health and substance use disorder treatments.

Services are available nationally through the operation of outpatient clinics, residential programs, the use of telehealth and an inpatient hospital.

Centerstone also features specialized programs for the military community, therapeutic foster care, children’s services and employee assistance programs.

Centerstone’s Research Institute provides guidance through research and technology, leveraging the best practices for use in all our communities.

Centerstone’s Foundation secures philanthropic resources to support the work and mission of delivering care that changes people’s lives.