Recovery Support Specialist: Oak Street- 7299

CHR Career; Windham (CT); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

CHR Career in Willimantic, CT is seeking a Recovery Support Specialist to join our 10 Bed Transitional Living Program for adults with substance use disorders. This full-time role supports clients in recovery planning and engagement.

The position requires CPSRP certification or Recovery Coach credentials, a valid driver's license, and experience in recovery services. Scheduling is Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm, with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Certified Peer Support & Recovery Specialist (CPSRP) or Recovery Coach Certification required
• Valid Driver’s License required; CPR & First Aid certification required or to be obtained within 90 days

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in identifying and advocating recovery goals
• Use program models to educate on recovery strategies
• Conduct assessments and create personalized treatment plans
• Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation as needed
• Maintain documentation per agency standards

Skills

CPSRP

Recovery Coach Certification

Driver's License

Education

Lived recovery experience

Job description

JOB TITLE: Recovery Support Specialist

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full Time, 40 hours/week

SCHEDULED HOURS: Monday-Friday 8am-4pm

PROGRAM/LOCATION: Oak Street, Willimantic, CT

PC: 1356

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

10 Bed Co-Ed Transitional Living Program for adults with Substance Use Disorders in Willimantic. Clients must attend outpatient treatment while in the program. Clients must have a discharge plan as it is a transitional living. Clients with co-occurring disorders and on MAT are accepted.

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 CPSRP (formerly RSS) preferred. Self
identifies as an individual with mental health and or substance use disorder in long term recovery.
Licensure/Certification/Registration: Certified Peer Support & Recovery Specialist (CPSRP) 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. CPR & First Aid Certification required OR must obtain within 90 days of employment.

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*

$19.2850/hour min-$27.9863/hour max

*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)

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