Recovery Support Specialist II | Avanzando Substance Use Program

Gandara Center; Ludlow (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life보험

Paid vacations

Paid holidays

8 discretionary days

Mileage Reimbursement

Job summary

Gandara Center in Ludlow, MA is hiring a Recovery Specialist to work on a relief basis within its Substance Use Disorder residential program. You will promote Gandara’s philosophy, advocate for clients, and ensure safety both on-site and off-site, coordinating with supervisors for crises or incidents.

Responsibilities include direct client contact, transporting clients to appointments, maintaining certifications, and collaborating with medical, MAT, and psychiatric teams to meet needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in human service field preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with psychiatric clients preferred.
• Must have availability of an automobile to transport clients or perform other supportive services as necessary.
• Bilingual Preferred (Spanish/English)

Responsibilities

• Maintain direct supportive contact with residents to continually assess their individual needs.
• To transport clients to appointments as needed.
• Acquire and maintain necessary certifications mandated by the Agency and licensing standards.
• Develop strong, supportive relationships with clients, providing for their safety and care.
• Collaborate with other departments in settings where care must be coordinated between medical, MAT, and psychiatric and behavioral needs.

Job description

Job Category: Operations-Prevention & Recovery

Requisition Number: RECOV003340

• Posted : August 20, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Ludlow, MA 01056, USA

Description

Why Work for Gandara:

Explore the career pathways in Behavioral Health, Substance Use and Recovery, Community Based Clinical services, Adolescent and Family services, Adult Residential, Maintenance and Administration! Whether that is in an entry level or leadership role, Gandara will provide the tools and resources to better enhance your career growth. The opportunities are presented with the ability to transition your skills and experience in meeting the organizations mission. There is grand landscape of opportunities that supports the community we serve, so Join the Gándara team today!

• Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance
• Paid vacations
• Paid holidays
• 8 discretionary days
• Mileage Reimbursement

Hourly Rate | $23.10

Additional Benefits:

• Culturally Diverse population
• Student Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Clinical Licensing Support

Job Title: Recovery Specialist

Work Location: Ludlow, MA

*Bilingual Candidates Encouraged to Apply

*EOE M/F/D/V

*Union/Non-Union

Job Summary:

We are looking for a Recovery Specialist to work on a Relief basis within our Substance Use Disorder residential program team model to actively promote the philosophy of Gandara Center and maintain a high level of commitment to the program. To assist clients to remain actively involved in the milieu and attend to their needs, especially during stressful and crisis situations. They will provide advocacy and safety with the milieu and when supervising clients off-site and notify supervisors immediately in the event of a client or milieu crisis, suspected illegal activity, or any behavior constituting an incident in the program.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain direct supportive contact with residents to continually asses their individual needs
• To transport clients to appointments as needed
• Acquire and maintain necessary certifications mandated by the Agency and licensing standards
• Develop strong, supportive relationships with clients, providing for their safety and care
• Collaborate with other departments in settings where care must be coordinated between medical, MAT, and psychiatric and behavioral needs

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in human service field preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with psychiatric clients preferred.
• Must have availability of an automobile to transport clients or perform other supportive services as necessary.
• Bilingual Preferred (Spanish/English)

The Gándara Mental Health Centerprovides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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