Recovery Support Specialist: 24/7 Impact & Growth

Gaudenzia, Inc.; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Excellent benefits

On-the-job training

Upward mobility

Educational assistance

Job summary

Gaudenzia, Inc. seeks dedicated staff to support clients in a 24/7 residential setting focused on recovery from substance use and co-occurring disorders. You will screen admissions, monitor movement, coordinate activities, and ensure safety and documentation compliance across daily operations.

Responsibilities include conducting orientations, supervising medications, managing audits and reports, and collaborating with a diverse team to maintain a secure, clean facility.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Client interaction

Substance use knowledge

Communication

Team collaboration

Driving

Shift flexibility

Basic computer skills

Outlook/Word/Excel

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Gaudenzia, Inc. seeks dedicated staff to support clients in a 24/7 residential setting focused on recovery from substance use and co-occurring disorders. You will screen admissions, monitor movement, coordinate activities, and ensure safety and documentation compliance across daily operations.

Responsibilities include conducting orientations, supervising medications, managing audits and reports, and collaborating with a diverse team to maintain a secure, clean facility.