Recovery Support Specialist I: Mobile OTP Putnam Main- 7280

Community Health Resources; Putnam (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Community Health Resources is seeking a Recovery Support Specialist I for the Mobile OTP program in Putnam, CT. This full-time role supports clients with recovery goals, assessments, and care planning, primarily serving MOUD needs from a mobile unit and the Putnam OTP base.

You will collaborate with treatment teams, provide coaching, and participate in crisis response as needed. Requires relevant certification and a valid driver’s license, with ongoing professional development offered.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience with the targeted populations.
• Self-identify as someone in long-term recovery from mental health or substance use.
• Valid driver’s license is required or must be obtained.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in identifying and advocating their recovery goals.
• Use program models including motivational interventions to support recovery strategies.
• Conduct program assessments and screen clients as indicated.
• Collaborate with clients to develop individualized, person-centered treatment plans.
• Provide crisis intervention or de-escalation when needed.
• Conduct case management and link to supports and resources.

Skills

Recovery support experience

Communication skills

Driver’s license

Education

RSS certification / CCAR / Advocacy Unlimited

Job description

Job Title

Recovery Support Specialist I

Employment Type

Full-time, 40 hours

Scheduled Hours

Shifts are typically within a Monday- Saturday 6:00AM-2PM timeframe

Program / Location

Mobile OTP, Putnam, CT

PC#

2933

About the Program

The Mobile OTP is a SAMHSA-certified extension of our brick-and-mortar Opioid Treatment Program, bringing Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD), specifically Methadone services, directly to underserved communities. Clinicians are primarily based at the Putnam OTP but may also provide care in the community aboard the mobile treatment unit. Please note, clinicians meet the RV at its designated location in the community but do not operate or drive it.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists clients in identifying and advocating their own recovery goals.
• Utilizes appropriate program models, including motivational interventions by informing and educating on establishing or strengthening their own recovery strategies.
• Conducts program specific assessments and screens as indicated.
• Collaborates with those served to create individualized and person-centered treatment plans as indicated by program requirements.
• Conducts skills teaching to assist clients as needed.
• May provide crisis intervention or de-escalation as needed.
• Provides case management. Works in close collaboration with the client’s natural supports and treatment teams. Connects to prosocial activities. Provides crisis intervention and de-escalation as needed.
• Participates in interventions to help reduce health care disparities, which may include screening for Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) such as housing, medical insurance, food security and transportation to identify and then help resolve barriers to healthcare.
• Complies and shares knowledge of appropriate community resources and assists in linking clients to behavioral health and addiction follow up care, natural (family, friends) supports, community resources including LGBTQ+, Veteran’s and/or other support groups in a culturally informed, strength-based manner.
• Provide follow-up engagement support including but not limited to brief recovery coaching, relapse prevention and safety planning support and inclusion of family involvement where appropriate.
• Maintains documentation in compliance with agency and program standards.
• Participates in staff meetings, supervision, training, and other meetings as assigned.
• Transports clients as required by program.
• Additional duties as required.

Qualifications

• Education: Lived experience establishing and maintaining recovery from mental health or substance use condition(s) as required by position.
• Experience: 2+ years working with identified populations and specifically as an RSS preferred. Self identifies as an individual with mental health and or substance use disorder in long term recovery.
• Licensure/Certification/Registration: Recovery Support Specialist Certification from Advocacy Unlimited, Recovery Coach Certification from CCAR, or an equivalent certification related to the field of Recovery Support required or must be obtained within 6 months of hire. Valid Driver’s License required.

Why Join CHR?

Be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!

• Comprehensive benefits packages include health insurance, ample paid time off (including your birthday!), employer contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan, and competitive insurance premiums with added discounts on pet, home and auto!
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs, including exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities
• Career development opportunities! FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth! Clinical supervision and/or mentoring offered at several programs
• Wellness program: Annual wellness stipend, FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program
• Employee appreciation and involvement, including contests, lunch & learns (meet with our CEO!), employee appreciation events, employee-led resource groups open to all, and more!

And so much more! (Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility)

Compensation

$19.285/hr minimum-$25.4421 maximum*

• Actual rates within this range are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked)

Equal Opportunity

CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.