Recovery Support Technician- PT Weekends

Chestnut Health Systems; Maryville (IL); On-site; USD 23,419 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

Chestnut Health Systems in Maryville, IL is seeking a part-time Recovery Support Technician to provide recovery-focused, trauma-informed support. This role involves empowering clients and facilitating their recovery journey while maintaining a safe environment.

The position is part-time, covering evening, overnight, and weekend shifts with a starting pay of $17.00 – $22.00 per hour plus shift differentials.

Qualified candidates must be at least 21 with a high school diploma and relevant experience in human services.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated skills in human services and experience working with adults in related services.
• Ability to work constructively within an organizational structure and accept supervision.
• Personal recovery experience and willingness to appropriately discuss one’s own recovery journey.
• Valid driver’s license, private automobile insurance, and insurability (when applicable).
• Basic computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and electronic medical records (EMR).

Responsibilities

• Empower clients through recovery‑focused, trauma‑informed care.
• Model professionalism while supporting clients in recovery.
• Deliver individualized, goal‑directed services.
• Assist clients in connecting with community resources.
• Maintain positive relationships with hospitals and community stakeholders.
• Complete accurate documentation in the electronic medical record.

Job description

Maryville, IL | Part‑Time

Evening, overnight, and weekend shifts eligible for shift differential.

Overview

Share your recovery journey for the benefit of others and experience the satisfaction of helping to facilitate self‑directed recovery. The Recovery Support Technician provides recovery‑focused, trauma‑informed support to individuals receiving residential and crisis services. This role empowers clients to build hope, wellness, and independence while supporting a safe, welcoming, and therapeutic environment.

This part‑time position is based in Maryville, IL, with evening, overnight, and weekend shifts available and eligible for shift pay differentials.

Responsibilities

Recovery‑Focused Support

• Empower clients through recovery‑focused, trauma‑informed care emphasizing hope, respect, wellness, and self‑advocacy, including use of tools such as WRAP.
• Model professionalism, positivity, and personal responsibility while supporting clients in becoming active participants in their recovery.
• Deliver individualized, goal‑directed services in alignment with treatment and safety plans, maintaining at least 65% direct client service time.
• Assist clients in connecting with natural supports, internal programs, and community resources to promote independence and stability.

Coordination & Communication

• Maintain positive, professional relationships with hospitals, medical providers, Medicaid partners, and other community stakeholders.
• Participate in staff meetings, program development activities, and required supervision and trainings.
• Provide backup support to team members as needed to ensure continuity of care.
• Support a safe, clean, and welcoming environment, including answering phones, managing mail, monitoring safety systems, and providing basic first aid when necessary.

Documentation & Standards

• Complete accurate and timely documentation and data entry in the electronic medical record, with a goal of 80% completion within 48 hours of service.
• Uphold Chestnut’s behavioral standards for customer service excellence.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and security of all organizational and client information.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support program and agency goals.

Schedule

Men's Residential Unit: Every Saturday 7 am to 3:30 p, Saturday and Sunday 7 am to 3:30 p.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated skills in human services and experience working with adults in related services.
• Ability to work constructively within an organizational structure and accept supervision.
• Personal recovery experience and willingness to appropriately discuss one’s own recovery journey.
• Valid driver’s license, private automobile insurance, and insurability (when applicable).
• Basic computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and electronic medical records (EMR).

Compensation

The anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is $17.00 – $22.00 per hour, with shift differentials available. Compensation is based on job‑related qualifications, skills, education, experience, local market conditions, and internal equity.

Chestnut offers a new salary structure and robust benefits!

EEO Statement

EOE – Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. Chestnut welcomes applications from qualified individuals with recovery experience.