Recovery Support Specialist

RiseMe; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible schedule

Benefits package

Professional development

Supportive culture

Job summary

Recovery Centers of America in Monroeville, PA, is seeking a Recovery Support Specialist to assist patients in treatment for substance use disorders. You will be part of the patient care team, helping create a safe, structured environment that supports recovery.

Responsibilities include monitoring activities, engaging patients in therapeutic interactions and groups, assisting with admissions and discharges, and coordinating appointments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of experience in addiction services or behavioral health preferred.
• Strong organizational and priority-setting skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and support patient activities to ensure safety.
• Engage with patients through therapeutic interactions and activities.
• Assist with admissions and discharges, including orientation.
• Provide crisis intervention through de-escalation.
• Coordinate patient movement for appointments.
• Maintain accurate documentation of interactions and safety checks.

Skills

Monitoring & safety checks

Patient engagement

Admissions & discharges

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Recovery Support Specialist

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Schedule: Full-time 1st (7:00am-3:30pm), 2nd (3:00pm-11:30pm) and 3rd (11:00pm-7:30am) shifts available, weekend hours required

Job description:

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.

Please note this position requires a week long paid training Monday-Friday days.

What You’ll Do

As a Recovery Support Specialist at RCA, you will:

• Monitor and support patient activities, ensuring safety through regular checks and observations.

• Engage directly with patients, facilitating therapeutic interactions, group sessions, and scheduled activities.

• Assist with admissions and discharges, including processing belongings, documentation, and patient orientation.

• Support crisis intervention through verbal de-escalation and against-advice interventions.

• Facilitate patient movement within the facility and assist in coordinating attendance for clinical and medical appointments.

• Maintain accurate documentation of patient interactions, safety checks, and incidents.

What We’re Looking For

• A high school diploma or equivalent.

• One year of experience in addiction services or behavioral health preferred.

• 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.

• Flexible scheduling options, including full-time, part-time, and per diem positions.

• 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

Founded in 2015, RCA has treated over 77,000 patients and is on a mission to save one million lives from the disease of addiction. Our treatment centers operate 24/7, providing compassionate, evidence-based care. Many of our team members have walked the path of recovery themselves, bringing a level of understanding and support that makes RCA a uniquely impactful place to work**.

**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 other RCA locations within a year after treatment. This consideration will be subject to the standard hiring process and must not compromise ethical standards, patient care, or the reputation of RCA.

Non-Discrimination Statement: It is the policy of Recovery Centers of America (RCA) to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

HIPAA & HITRUST Statement: Ensures compliance with all applicable data privacy and security regulations, including HIPAA, HITECH, and HITRUST requirements, in the handling and processing of Protected Health Information (PHI) and Personally Identifiable Information (PII).

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