Recovery Support Specialist (RSS) - Part-time

Banyan Treatment Centers; Templeton (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Banyan Treatment Centers is seeking a compassionate Recovery Support Specialist (RSS) for part-time, overnight coverage at our Baldwinville, MA site. You will supervise patients, assist clinical staff, and help maintain a structured, therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities include safety checks, documentation, crisis response, and support for admissions and daily activities. Prior experience in behavioral health is preferred, with competitive hourly compensation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum age 21; valid driver’s license if driving is assigned.
• Experience in behavioral health or substance use treatment preferred.
• Certification or related education in behavioral health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous patient supervision and safety checks.
• Document observations and report concerns to clinical staff.
• Respond to crises using de-escalation techniques.
• Observe and report patient changes impacting safety or progress.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and patient movements.
• Support daily milieu activities and group coordination.

Skills

Observation

Documentation

Crisis intervention

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Driver's license

Tools

CLIA-waived testing

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Banyan Treatment Centers is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Recovery Support Specialist (RSS) to provide direct support and supervision within our inpatient behavioral health, mental health, and substance use treatment programs. This role focuses on patient safety, engagement, and daily operational support while fostering a structured, therapeutic, and recovery-focused environment. The RSS serves as a key member of the treatment team, spending significant time with patients to build rapport, observe behaviors, and support clinical and medical staff through accurate communication and documentation.

Position Details

• Reporting To: Operations Leadership
• Schedule: Part-time, 11 PM - 7:30 AM (3 days per week)
• Location: Baldwinville, MA (On-site)
• Compensation: $19 - $20 hourly

Key Responsibilities

Patient Supervision & Safety

• Provide continuous patient supervision and conduct scheduled safety checks to ensure patient and facility safety.
• Monitor patient behavior and environmental conditions, document observations, and promptly report concerns, incidents, or changes to clinical or medical staff.
• Respond to crisis situations using approved de-escalation techniques and follow emergency protocols as trained.
• Ensure adherence to facility rules and behavioral expectations while maintaining a respectful and therapeutic approach.

Monitoring

• Measure and document vital signs as assigned and perform approved CLIA-waived testing, including urine drug screening and pregnancy testing, in accordance with training and policy.
• Supervise self-administration of medications when permitted by state regulations and organizational policy.
• Observe and report physical, emotional, or behavioral changes that may impact patient safety or treatment progress.

Patient Interaction & Program Support

• Maintain respectful, professional, and supportive interactions with patients, offering encouragement and emotional support while referring clinical concerns to appropriate staff.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, patient movement, group coordination, and recreational or therapeutic activities as assigned
• Support patient engagement in treatment programming and daily routines within the milieu.

Communication, Teamwork & Operations

• Communicate relevant patient information to supervisors and treatment team members to support coordinated care.
• Collaborate effectively with clinical, nursing, medical, and operations staff to maintain a safe and supportive treatment environment.
• Assist with patient transportation when required by assignment and ensure compliance with safety and driving requirements.
• Support daily facility operations, including maintaining cleanliness, safety, and appropriate use of supplies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/equivalent or higher.
• Minimum age of 21 and ability to meet company motor vehicle insurance requirements; valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required when driving is assigned.
• Experience in behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, and/or mental health settings strongly preferred.
• Experience working in detoxification and/or residential levels of care preferred.
• Behavioral health certification or related education preferred.
• Ability to maintain professionalism, empathy, and composure in high-stress or crisis situations.
• Strong observation, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team.

Why Join Banyan Treatment Centers?

This Is An Opportunity To Make a Meaningful Impact Within a Nationally Recognized Leader In Addiction And Mental Health Care. As a RSS, You Will

• Join a mission-driven, Joint Commission-accredited organization with nationwide reach and a strong commitment to compassionate, ethical care.
• Play a vital role in supporting patient safety, engagement, and recovery during a critical phase of treatment.
• Gain hands-on experience in behavioral health, crisis intervention, and patient support within a structured clinical environment.
• Collaborate with a diverse, multidisciplinary team dedicated to patient-centered care.
• Enjoy comprehensive benefits (full-time eligible), including medical, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; a 401(k) with employer match; paid time off and holidays; wellness incentives; and employee assistance and referral programs.

EOE