Recovery Support Specialist - RSS

Crossing Healthcare; Longview Place (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Crossing Healthcare is seeking a Recovery Support Specialist to engage alumni, coordinate onsite programs, and facilitate sober-lifestyle events. You will perform assessments, plan trainings, and support life-skills development while coordinating with the Alumni Services Coordinator and clinical team.

The role requires strong communication, confidentiality, and the ability to work evenings/weekends as needed, with a focus on community education and safety within the program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience in direct patient care is a plus.
• Interest in obtaining Recovery Support Specialist certification.

Responsibilities

• Complete check-in and follow-up calls with Crossing Recovery Services alumni to encourage participation in on campus events.
• Assist Alumni Services Coordinator with the development and implementation of onsite support programs aimed at maintaining accountability and increasing life skills.
• Work with clients to complete evidence-based assessments as required by grants and Crossing Healthcare policies.
• Assist in the planning and facilitation of social events, including guest speakers and event themes focused on sober lifestyles to promote meaningful connections.
• Assist with client oversight and event planning at Crossing Healthcare’s Fitness Center, Gymnasium, and Theater.
• Provide education and awareness to community groups, families, and individuals.

Skills

Public speaking

Confidentiality

Cultural sensitivity

Data entry

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

English fluency

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Job Summary:The Recovery Support Specialist (RSS) is responsible for reporting to the Clinical Program Manager and assisting the Alumni Services Coordinator in implementing day-to-day activities with clients, including conducting assessments, planning and implementing trainings, hosting monthly recovery-oriented events and making regular contact with alumni.Supervisory Responsibilities:NoneDuties/Responsibilities:Complete check-in and follow up calls to Crossing Recovery Services alumni to encourage participation in on campus events and activitiesComplete check-in and follow up calls to Crossing Recovery Services alumni to assess needs for additional support services (treatment, job placement, vocational, housing and recovery support needs)Assist Alumni Services Coordinator with the development and implementation of onsite support programs aimed at maintaining accountability and increasing life skillsWork with clients to complete evidence-based assessments as required by grants and Crossing Healthcare policiesAssist in the planning and facilitation of social events, including the coordination of guest speakers and event themes/areas of focus surrounding sober lifestyles to promote meaningful connections for clientsAssist with client and patient oversite and event/activity planning at Crossing Healthcare’s Fitness Center, Gymnasium, and TheaterAssist Business Development and Outreach Coordinator with social media and website contentComplete Narcan trainings and education for community groups, families, and individualsProvide education and awareness to community groups, families, and individualsCollaborate with local landlords to educate and encourage policy change to better serve the needs of residents in recoveryVigilant to safety concerns and takes appropriate steps to ensure both patient and staff safetyPerforms other duties as required and immediately report concerns of any nature to director supervisorCompetencies:Experience with, and ability to speak comfortably in front of large groupsAbility to work evenings and weekends as neededAbility to maintain confidentialityAbility to relate to persons of various economic levels and culturesAbility to remain calm under stressful conditions, accepting personal limitationsAbility to speak and write fluently in EnglishAbility to work independently and adhere to a strong code of personal and professional ethicsProficiency in data entry, interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skillsWillingness to pursue continuing educational opportunities and maintain compliance with professional certification/licensure renewal if applicableEducation and Experience:High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor Degree preferredIn personal recovery for at least one year if applicableInterest in obtaining Recovery Support Specialist CertificationSuccessful work history involving direct patient care is a plusPhysical Requirements:Ability to work in conditions that include exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissues, contagious diseases and/or other potentially hazardous materialsModerate physical exertion including frequent walking, standing, bending, reaching, carrying moderately heavy loads (up to 25 lbs.) and climbing stairs