Recovery Support Specialist I

Samaritan Health Services; Lebanon (OR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaritan Health Services is seeking staff to support and monitor client activities within Samaritan Treatment and Recovery Services and Behavioral Health. The role emphasizes observation and compassionate support in both residential and outpatient settings.

The team provides trauma-informed treatment through a multidisciplinary approach, and the position requires a high school diploma, BLS within 90 days, and the ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of substance use disorders and recovery.
• Strong observational skills.

Skills

Substance use disorders knowledge

Observation skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Enrollment in Human Services degree program preferred

Job description

Provides support for and monitors client activities as well as observes behavior of clients residing in Samaritan Treatment and Recovery Services and Behavioral Health.

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Provides support for and monitors client activities as well as observes behavior of clients residing in Samaritan Treatment and Recovery Services and Behavioral Health.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

Samaritan Treatment and Recovery Services provide a continuum of substance use services to adults and their families. Members of the Samaritan Treatment and Recovery team work in a multi-disciplinary approach, in both residential and outpatient settings providing evidenced, trauma informed treatment.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Healthcare Provider Level BLS required within 90 days of hire.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment required.
• All job offers are contingent upon the candidate passing a pre-employment/post offer drug screen.
• Successful completion of Food Handler's course or ServSafe certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Enrollment in a college level degree program and working towards gaining certification in a Human Services related field preferred.
• Experience in a health care setting preferred.
• If responsible for driving SHS vehicles, successful completion of Drivers Privileges for SHS Vehicles application process required.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Knowledge of substance use disorders and recovery.
• Strong observational skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Rarely (1 - 10% of the time)
• (11 - 33% of the time)
• (34 - 66% of the time)
• (67 - 100% of the time)
• CLIMB - STAIRS
• WALK - INCLINE
• CLIMB - LADDER
• LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20-40 Lbs
• LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
• LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs
• LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
• LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
• SQUAT Repetitive
• ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
• PULL (0-20 pounds force)
• PULL (40-60 pounds force)
• KNEEL (on knees)
• SIT
• LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0-20 Lbs
• CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
• CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
• SQUAT Static (hold > 30 sec)
• REACH - Upward
• PINCH Fingers
• ROTATE TRUNK Standing
• WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
• MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
• FINGER DEXTERITY
• STAND
• BEND FORWARD at waist
• REACH - Forward
• GRASP Hand/Fist
• PUSH (0-20 pounds force)
• PUSH (20-40 pounds force)
• PUSH (40-60 pounds force)
• PUSH (60 or more pounds force)