Recovery Support Specialist

TPC Wellness; Mount Orab (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO

Job summary

TPC Wellness seeks a Recovery Support Specialist to oversee and support residents in a structured recovery setting. The role blends supervision, documentation, transport, admissions/discharges support, and behavioral coaching to reinforce positive progress.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and CDCA certification (or ability to obtain soon). CBT knowledge is required to implement recovery-focused practices.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• CDCA certification or ability to obtain within 30 days; employer assistance provided.
• Ability to apply CBT principles and recovery-focused program practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, structured environment for individuals in recovery.
• Supervise residents, document daily activities, and complete logs.
• Assist admissions, discharges, and orientation.
• Collect urine drug screens and monitor medication distribution.
• Transport residents to appointments and community activities.
• Participate in staff meetings and trainings.

Skills

Organization

Time management

Communication

Crisis de-escalation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDCA certification

Job description

Position: Recovery Support Specialist
Job Type: Part-Time or Full-Time
Shift: Flexible on Hours
Location: 149 Mercy Blvd, Mt Orab, OH 45154

Reports To: Operations Director
Company: TPC Wellness

This job posting is for a Recovery Support Specialist at TPC Wellness, a residential recovery and substance use treatment organization.

Role Summary

The Recovery Support Specialist helps maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment for individuals in recovery. The position combines resident supervision, documentation, transportation, admissions/discharges support, behavioral coaching, and compliance monitoring.

Core Responsibilities

• Monitor resident safety, security, and accountability.
• Build positive relationships with residents.
• Complete resident counts and facility check.
• Write incident reports, shift reports, and daily logs.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and resident orientation.
• Conduct investigations and communicate findings.
• Collect urine drug screens.
• Perform facility, property, and personal searches.
• Monitor medication distribution.
• Process resident mail, requests, and property.
• Transport residents to appointments, work sites, and court appearances.
• Reinforce positive behaviors and address behavioral concerns.
• Participate in staff meetings, debriefings, and training.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license.
• Active CDCA (Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant) certification, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire. TPC Wellness will provide assistance.
• Ability to apply Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) principles and recovery-focused program practices.

Desired Skills

• Strong organization and time management.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to remain calm during crises or difficult situations.
• Basic computer and documentation skills.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Tuition reimbursement through a STAR LRP Approved Facility.
• Competitive pay and benefits package.

What Makes a Strong Candidate

A strong applicant would likely have:

• Experience in behavioral health, substance use treatment, corrections, social services, or residential care.
• Crisis intervention and de-escalation skills.
• Experience documenting incidents and client progress.
• A supportive, recovery-oriented mindset.
• Reliable transportation and a clean driving record.

Overall, this role is well-suited for someone who wants direct client interaction in the recovery field and is interested in helping individuals maintain accountability and progress in their recovery journey.

Equal Opportunity Employer

TPC Wellness is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.