Recovery Specialist Supervisor

Behavioral Health Network, Inc.; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Purpose-Driven Work

Professional Growth

Supportive Team Culture

Stability & Opportunity

Comprehensive Benefits

Certified Great Place to Work

Job summary

Behavioral Health Network, Inc. seeks a Recovery Specialist Supervisor to lead staff at the My Sister's House program in Western Massachusetts. The role supports individuals in growth, safety, and independence, while upholding BHN's mission and values.

The supervisor will oversee Recovery Specialist staff and Medication Specialists, manage the Medication Room, and provide crisis intervention as needed. A valid driver’s license and experience in substance abuse settings are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in substance abuse treatment environment.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience (preferred).
• Knowledge of DPH Bureau of Substance Abuse regulations.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the growth, independence, and safety of the individuals served.
• Providing supervision to Recovery Specialist staff at My Sister's House.
• Managing the Medication Room and process.
• Providing crisis intervention and emergency services as needed.
• Completing program forms, documentation, and progress notes in the EMR in a timely manner.
• Reporting to the Program Director.

Skills

Empathy

Crisis intervention

Supervisory experience

Substance abuse treatment

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CNA / LADC II or III preferred

Tools

EMR system

Word processing

Email system

Job description

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is a leading statewide provider of behavioral health services and a Certified Great Place to Work. Since 1938, BHN has helped individuals, families, and communities thrive through compassionate, high-quality care and support. With deep roots in Western Massachusetts and a growing presence in communities throughout the state, we are currently seeking a Recovery Specialist Supervisor to join our My Sister's House team and help advance our mission of empowering people to live healthier, more fulfilling lives.

What We Offer:

• Purpose-Driven Work - Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals, families, and communities throughout Western Massachusetts.
• Professional Growth - Access ongoing training, mentorship, career development, and advancement opportunities across one of the region's largest behavioral health organizations.
• Supportive Team Culture - Join a collaborative workplace guided by our HEART values: Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.
• Stability & Opportunity - Build your career with a well-established organization serving Western Massachusetts since 1938.
• Comprehensive Benefits - Generous PTO, 403(b), educational assistance, medical, dental, vision, employee assistance programs, and more.
• Certified Great Place to Work - Work for an organization recognized for creating a positive and engaging employee experience.

What You Will Do:

• Supporting the growth, independence, and safety of the individuals served.
• Providing support and guidance as a role model to others, as needed.
• Providing direct supervision to Recovery Specialist staff at My Sister's House.
• Providing direct supervision to Medication Specialists.
• Managing the Medication Room and process.
• Providing crisis intervention and emergency services, as needed.
• Assisting in staff selection, resolving personnel issues, and scheduling and coaching/counseling of employees.
• Facilitating the development and implementation of educational programs, as needed.Conducting routine facility checks to report any program-specific safety and maintenance concerns.
• Completing program specific forms, documentation, and progress notes in the Electronic Health Record in a timely and thorough manner.
• Completing individually assigned responsibilities, such as room checks, house laundry, etc.
• Reporting directly to the Program Director of the My Sister's House program.

Who You Are:

• Commitment to client empowerment and growth, human rights, and community integration (required).
• Ability to understand, empathize, and work with an addicted population, including those with co-occurring disorders.
• At least one year of experience in substance abuse treatment environment (required).
• At least two years of supervisory experience (preferred).
• Understanding of Medication management in an RRS program, following BSAS regulations.
• CNA, LADC II or LADC III (Licensed Alcohol and Drug Assistants) or equivalent (preferred).
• High School Diploma or equivalent (required).
• Knowledge of DPH Bureau of Substance Abuse regulations (required).
• Proficient use of the EMR system, word processing and email system.
• Valid driver's license (required).
• We Hire for HEART!

Since 1938, BHN has delivered high-quality, culturally responsive behavioral health care, building deep roots in Western Massachusetts while expanding our impact in communities throughout the state. Our core values-Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork-guide how we lead, serve, and support one another.

BHN maintains its commitment to social justice and diversity and strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Available Schedules: Full Time: Sunday-Thursday, 12:45pm-9:15pm

Pay Rate/Range: $26/hr