Recovery Support Specialist

RCA - Recovery Centers of America Management Company; Danvers (MA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differentials

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development

Supportive culture

Job summary

Recovery Centers of America in Danvers, MA is seeking a dedicated Recovery Support Specialist (RSS) to support patients in treatment for substance use disorders. You will monitor activities, ensure safety, and assist the clinical team in daily care and documentation.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, understanding 12-step principles, and accurate record-keeping, with weekend availability every other weekend. RCA offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and career development.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in addiction services or behavioral health is preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with ability to prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient activities and perform safety checks during shifts.
• Document rounds, end-of-shift reports, and behavioral observations.
• Participate in direct patient care and support daily schedules.
• Assist in New Patient Orientation with Clinical staff.
• Support RCA's curriculum delivery and maintain records per policy.

Skills

High school diploma

Organizational skills

Prioritize tasks

Behavior modification

12-step recovery principles

Confidentiality

Job description

Every other weekend availability required

Are you passionate about helping individuals reclaim their lives from addiction? As a Recovery Support Specialist (RSS) at Recovery Centers of America (RCA), you will be an integral part of the patient care team, providing direct support to individuals in treatment for substance use disorders. Your role is vital in ensuring a safe, structured, and supportive environment where patients can focus on their recovery journey.

What You'll Do

As a Recovery Support Specialist at RCA, you will:

• Monitor patient activities, provides safety checks throughout shift, completes documentation to include but not limited to, rounds sheet, End of Shift reports; records patient behavior.
• Participate in direct patient care including ensuring patient safety, interacting therapeutically. Assists in the activities of patients daily schedule.
• Partner with Clinical staff to conduct a welcoming New Patient Orientation
• Aid and instruct patients in facilitation and presentation of the RCA Clinical Curriculum with corresponding notes in medical records system.
• Understand the principles of 12-Step Programs and how they apply to the recovery process.

What We're Looking For

• A high school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of experience in addiction services or behavioral health preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with behavior modification techniques and 12-step recovery principles.
• A commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism in all patient interactions.

Why Choose RCA?

We understand that providing excellent patient care starts with taking care of our team.

That's why we offer:

• Competitive compensation with shift differentials.
• Comprehensive benefits packages, encompassing medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.
• Professional development opportunities through ongoing training and advancement programs.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture where many of our team members share a deep personal connection to recovery.

About Recovery Centers of America

Drug addiction treatment works, and substance abuse recovery is possible. The tens of thousands of happy, healthy individuals who began their journeys at Recovery Centers of America are the living proof.

In 2013, Recovery Centers of America (RCA) announced a goal: Save one million lives from the disease of addiction. We're working fast and hard to fulfill that promise, with over 11 facilities that offer evidence-based inpatient, outpatient, and medication-assisted treatment 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Please note: A former patient may not be hired at the same location where they were treated until a minimum of one year has elapsed since the completion of their treatment at that location. Former patients may be considered for employment at locations within RCA other than where they were treated within a year after treatment.

EEOC

Recovery Centers of America (RCA) provides equal opportunity in employment and in the provision of services. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race (including hair type, texture, or style), color, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, sex assigned at birth, gender identity or expression, affectionate or sexual orientation, and differences in sex development), age (40 and over), ancestry, national origin (including Limited English Proficiency), disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

State Specific Responsibilities:

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Work Days

Variable

Work Shift

1st

Shift Hours

7a-3:30p, Variable

Pay Range

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The actual pay rate will depend on the person's qualifications and experience.

$18.00 - $18.00

Pay Transparency

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