Recovery Support Specialist

Tadiso Incorporated; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Tadiso Incorporated in the United States seeks a Recovery Support Specialist to engage individuals in recovery during treatment and beyond, helping navigate education, employment, healthcare, and peer support. The role emphasizes mentoring patients, documenting progress in the EMR, and participating in social services meetings.

Candidates must have 5 years lived recovery, CRS certification or willingness to obtain within a year, and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• Requires 5 years lived recovery experience with a substance use disorder and current CRS certification (or willingness to obtain within 1 year).
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record and own transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide supportive assistance to the patient’s recovery needs in regard to their substance use disorder.
• Willingness to mentor Tadiso’s patients.
• Understand a variety of models and theories of addiction, recovery, and other issues related to drug abuse.
• Ability to establish a relationship with patient that displays dignity and respect as reflected in professional language and appropriate boundaries.
• Document interactions and progress into patient’s electronic medical record complete all documentation within required time frame.
• Participation in social services department meetings and required trainings.
• Assist the patient with developing and utilizing a recovery support system, as well as modeling appropriate behavior and interactions.
• All other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Effective communication

Typing skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Certified Recovery Specialist

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary: The Recovery Support Specialist’s primary responsibility is to engage, guide, and assist individuals in the recovery process during treatment, as well as post treatment. The RSS acts as a liaison and assists clients in navigating through systems of services and resources beyond clinical treatment such as education, employment, healthcare, and peer support.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide supportive assistance to the patient’s recovery needs in regard to their substance use disorder

• Willingness to mentor Tadiso’s patients

• Understand a variety of models and theories of addiction, recovery, and other issues related to drug abuse

• Ability to establish a relationship with patient that displays dignity and respect as reflected in professional language and appropriate boundaries

• Document interactions and progress into patient’s electronic medical record complete all documentation within required time frame

• Participation in social services department meetings and required trainings

• Assist the patient with developing and utilizing a recovery support system, as well as modeling appropriate behavior and interactions

• All other duties as assigned by supervisor

Professional Requirements:

• Ability to establish a relationship with patient that shows professional language and appropriate boundaries

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

• Basic Computer Knowledge

• Proficient Typing skills

Requirements/Education:

• Requires 5 years lived recovery experience with a substance use disorder and current certification as a Certified Recovery Specialist or must be willing to obtain certification within one year of hire.

• High School Diploma/GED

• Must have Valid Driver’s License with good driving record

• Must have own transportation with required insurance and registration

Physical Demands:

• Work environment of moderation in temperature, noise

• Sitting at desk for hours

• Close vision at computer

• Must be able to lift 15 lbs

Compensation details: 30000-33000 Yearly Salary