Recovery Support Specialist II - Growth & Advocacy

Gandara Center; South Hadley (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan 403(b)

Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life保险

Paid vacations

Paid holidays

8 discretionary days

Mileage Reimbursement

Job summary

Gandara Center in Westfield, MA seeks a Recovery Support Specialist I to work within the Substance Use Disorder residential program and promote Gandara’s care philosophy. You will help clients stay engaged in the milieu and address needs during stress or crises, providing advocacy and safety both on-site and off-site as needed.

The role requires prioritizing client safety, crisis management, and collaboration with medical, MAT, psychiatric, and behavioral teams.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Automobile required

Experience with psychiatric clients

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate/Bachelor in human services (preferred)

Job description

Gandara Center in Westfield, MA seeks a Recovery Support Specialist I to work within the Substance Use Disorder residential program and promote Gandara’s care philosophy. You will help clients stay engaged in the milieu and address needs during stress or crises, providing advocacy and safety both on-site and off-site as needed.

The role requires prioritizing client safety, crisis management, and collaboration with medical, MAT, psychiatric, and behavioral teams.