Recovery Support Specialist — Peer Advocate & Coach

Connections Health Solutions; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 34,798; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

401k company match

Generous PTO

Parental leave

Job summary

Connections Health Solutions is looking for a Recovery Support Specialist (RSS) in Leesburg, Virginia. The RSS plays a vital role in supporting individuals facing behavioral health challenges, offering encouragement while promoting recovery principles.

This full-time position involves building therapeutic relationships and collaborating with clinical teams to enhance patient engagement and wellness. The role also offers competitive pay with additional hourly shift differentials.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of personal recovery from mental health and/or substance use challenges.
• Experience using EHRs and ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA.
• Registered with VA Board of Counseling.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals experiencing behavioral health and substance use challenges.
• Coordinate with clinical and operational staff to promote recovery.
• Facilitate educational and recovery-oriented groups.

Skills

Peer support

Recovery-oriented guidance

Conflict resolution

Relationship-building

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Basic computer applications

Job description

Connections Health Solutions is looking for a Recovery Support Specialist (RSS) in Leesburg, Virginia. The RSS plays a vital role in supporting individuals facing behavioral health challenges, offering encouragement while promoting recovery principles.

This full-time position involves building therapeutic relationships and collaborating with clinical teams to enhance patient engagement and wellness. The role also offers competitive pay with additional hourly shift differentials.