Recovery Support Specialist - Addiction Care

Cumberland Heights; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland Heights is seeking a Recovery Assistant to support a safe, therapeutic environment for patients facing alcohol and drug addiction. You will assist clinical staff, help with daily patient needs, and participate in group activities and 12-step programs.

The role involves rounds, safety monitoring, and documentation in the electronic health record, with an emphasis on confidentiality and respectful patient interactions. Prior treatment exposure is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• One year of addictions treatment experience is preferred.
• CPRS certification is preferred but not required.
• Valid Tennessee Driver’s License is preferred (may transport patients).
• Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Welcomes new patients and family members during orientation and campus introduction.
• Maintains a therapeutic milieu and holds patients accountable to community guidelines.
• Assists with community groups, 12-step meetings, and discussion/study groups.
• Monitors patients with rounds and bed checks to ensure safety.
• Transports patients to 12-step meetings and other activities.
• Assists Activities Services with recreation, art, music, and therapies.
• Documents information into the electronic patient record.
• Recommends improvements to service quality and delivery.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient and company information.

Skills

Crisis de-escalation

Written and verbal communication

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Cumberland Heights is seeking a Recovery Assistant to support a safe, therapeutic environment for patients facing alcohol and drug addiction. You will assist clinical staff, help with daily patient needs, and participate in group activities and 12-step programs.

The role involves rounds, safety monitoring, and documentation in the electronic health record, with an emphasis on confidentiality and respectful patient interactions. Prior treatment exposure is preferred.