Recovery Support Professional - Full Time - Claymont DE

Gaudenzia, Inc.; Claymont (DE); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Excellent benefits

On the job training

Upward mobility

Educational assistance

Job summary

Gaudenzia, Inc. in Claymont, Delaware, seeks a Recovery Support Professional for a full-time, 24/7 residential program. You will support clients, monitor daily activities, and help maintain safety in a compassionate environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license. Flexible shifts, competitive pay, and benefits are offered to support growth within our mission-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Driving requirements: valid license for ≥3 years, no DUI, clean record.

Responsibilities

• Screen and process admissions and track client movement.
• Coordinate in-house activities according to schedule.
• Maintain accurate census and report infractions.
• Conduct client orientation sessions and morning meetings.
• Transport or assist clients to appointments as needed.
• Perform room searches and monitor medication administration.
• Ensure security and safety, including fire drills.
• Complete written and electronic incident reports.
• Support staff and supervise clients as directed.

Skills

Client interaction

Substance use knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

MS Office

Flexibility

Driving record

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Recovery Support Professional - Full Time - Claymont DE

#26-764

Claymont, Delaware, United States

Locations(s)

3901 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont , Delaware 19703 , United States

Compensation

$17.00 per hour

Job Description

We need hope-bringers and changemakers - because the work we all do matters. Join a team that shows up for each other as much as we show up for our clients. At Gaudenzia, your purpose fuels progress - for yourself and others.

Gaudenzia's Mission: Gaudenzia's Mission is to promote long-term recovery by providing comprehensive treatment and support to people with substance use disorder, co-occurring mental health disorders, and related conditions, regardless of individual circumstances.

About Us

The Claymont Center provides residential treatment services for mixed-gender populations experiencing substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our team of medical professionals and addiction specialists begins each client’s journey with a comprehensive assessment and individualized treatment plan designed to support long-term recovery, wellness, and personal growth.

Our services include:

• High-Intensity Residential SUD Treatment
• Low-Intensity Residential SUD Treatment
• Individual Counseling
• Group Therapy
• Co-occurring Disorders Treatment
• Trauma-Informed Care

This is a coed (male and female) program.

Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Driving Requirements: Must currently possess a valid drivers license for at least 3 years. Current status must be VALID, not SUSPENDED. Not more than 2 moving violations or reportable accidents within the past three years. NO DUI or accidents with fatalities within the past 5 years.

Compensation: $17.00 per hour

Availability: This position requires employees to have flexibility in their availability as scheduling/staffing needs may periodically change (based upon staffing needs). Gaudenzia is program that operates on a 24/7 basis.

Substitutions: No substitutions for education and training. Successful completion of residential treatment program may be substituted for residential services experience (one month treatment = one month service).

Your responsibilities in this role may include:

• Screen and process new admissions. Take head counts during hourly runs. Document hourly runs and client movement in communication log.
• Screen clients' personal belongings upon entry to the facility, monitor client movement in and out of the facility, and account for their whereabouts. Maintain and monitor client sign-out book.
• Coordinate in-house activities based on the program's schedule which could include chores, breaks, exercise time, leisure time and visitations.
• Maintain accurate daily census, know where clients are on the floor, and report infractions and incidents to appropriate staff.
• Conduct client orientation sessions, seminars, and morning meetings as directed.
• May need to transport or assist clients traveling to and from medical and/or other appointments.
• Conduct and document room searches and perform random searches of clients as directed by program supervisor.
• Deny access to unauthorized persons.
• Supervise, where appropriate, clients taking their medications.
• Perform regular room checks to make sure clients are on floors or in their rooms per program schedule.
• Follow protocol for reporting unauthorized absences.
• Monitor urinalysis/drug screening and breathalyzers as instructed by supervisor on duty.
• Monitor daily program activities in addition to meals and medication line.
• Tour the facility at regular intervals to check building security and ensure there are no fire or safety hazards in accordance with program and regulatory policies. Conduct fire drills and safety checks, including safety and security of the facility, checking fire extinguishers, first aid kits and Narcan availability.
• Ensure vehicles are kept clean and complete weekly vehicle inspections.
• Ensure facility cleanliness and safety through the regular inspection of sanitation procedures, including pest control, the storage of supplies and clients' belongings, and submission of work orders for any needed repairs.
• Ensure property maintenance related to inclement weather, including shoveling, salting, and de-icing walkways and vehicles, as directed.
• Complete written reports, documentation, and electronic incident reports as required.
• Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor or designee

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Ability to interact effectively with clients and aid them in adjusting to their specific problems.
• Basic knowledge of substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relations with staff, other agencies, and the public.
• Ability to successfully work with others from various cultures and backgrounds.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record preferred.
• Ability to work various shifts.
• Basic computer skills, including ability to use Microsoft Outlook for email, as well as Word and Excel.

What We Offer: Competitive Pay - Excellent Benefits - On The Job Training - Upward mobility - Educational assistance to help you grow with us in this life saving field!

Gaudenzia is proud to be an employer of choice - and a treatment provider of choice - in the substance use and co-occurring disorders treatment field. We work hard to foster an inclusive, supportive environment where our employees and clients always feel safe and welcome.

Come work with us!

Our Agency is committed to the principles of equal employment. We believe in fostering a positive work environment in which every employee is treated with respect. Our staff hiring and recruitment practices are grounded in fairness, transparency, and merit. All employment decisions are based on job-related qualifications, relevant skills, experience, and alignment with our mission and values. We actively recruit from a broad range of educational and professional backgrounds to attract the most qualified candidates, ensuring equal opportunity for all applicants without preference or discrimination. Our process uses consistent and clear evaluation criteria to support objective decision-making. By emphasizing accountability, efficiency, and integrity throughout every stage--from job posting to onboarding--we build a workforce defined by excellence, professionalism, and commitment to our shared purpose. Gaudenzia is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy regarding all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.