Recovery Support Specialist (3371)

The-Counseling-Center; Jackson (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Counseling Center in Jackson, Ohio, is seeking an entry-level Resident Supervisor to oversee resident activities in a supportive housing environment, ensuring adherence to facility rules and safety.

Responsibilities include supervising visits, assisting residents with daily living skills, monitoring self-medication when a supervisor is unavailable, documenting activities, and performing light housekeeping. A high school diploma and valid Ohio license are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience with alcoholics and chemically dependent individuals preferred.
• Education or training in a chemical setting, group home or residential services experience preferred.
• Valid Ohio Motor Vehicle License required and ability to maintain insurability.

Responsibilities

• Supervise resident activities and ensure compliance with facility rules.
• Supervise visits of residents and significant others during visitation hours.
• Assist residents with development of daily living skills.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment through direct supervision.
• Oversee self-medication when a supervisor is unavailable.
• Provide written documentation of resident activity/issues.
• Provide security for residents and facilities.
• Monitor safety procedures for facility use and resident activities.
• Light housekeeping tasks including emptying waste baskets, dusting, vacuuming and cleaning restrooms.
• Provide supportive services including transportation as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Shift Supervisor or Housing Coordinator.

Skills

Knowledge of addiction treatment

Communication skills

Record-keeping

Organizational skills

Supervision of residents

Education

GED or high school diploma

Training in chemical settings or residential services

Tools

Household cleaning equipment

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Jackson, OH 45640Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: GEDJob Shift: AnyJob Category: General Support

JOB SUMMARY

The RSS is responsible for supervising resident activities in a supportive housing environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides supervision of resident activities, assuring resident compliance with facility rules and procedures.
• Supervises visitations of residents and significant others during scheduled visitation hours.
• Assists residents with development of daily living skills.
• Mantains a safe and therapeutic environment by providing direct supervision to residents on and off agency property.
• Oversee, monitor, and record resident self-medication (when a supervisor is unavailable).
• Provides written documentation of resident activity/issues to maintain compliance with written standards.
• Provides security for residents and facilities.
• Monitors safety procedures regarding facility use and resident activity.
• Light housekeeping duties include, but not limited to, emptying waste baskets, dusting, vacuuming and cleaning the restrooms.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS

• Provides supportive services including transportation or other commitments as needed.
• Performs any other duties as assigned by the Shift Supervisor or Housing Coordinator.

QualificationsCOMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of the disease of addiction, treatment and recovery process.
• Skill in the operation of household cleaning equipment and supplies including, but not limited to, washer, dryer, vacuum cleaner, kitchen appliances, and outdoor tools (such as ground maintenance tools).
• Ability in effective communication and interpersonal skills with children and adults.
• Ability to maintain accurate and timely records.
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment.
• Ability to be organized, punctual, and perform duties with minimal supervision.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, INCLUDING TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience working with alcoholics and chemically dependent individuals preferred.
• Education or training in a chemical setting, group home or residential services experience preferred.
• Valid Ohio Motor Vehicle License required and ability to maintain insurability.