Recovery Technician New Horizons Detox

Wellspring, Inc.; Hampden (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Team support

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

A recovery support center is hiring Recovery Technicians to assist individuals in overcoming addiction. This position requires empathy, experience in a residential setting, and the ability to work during flexible hours. Responsibilities include monitoring client safety, providing support, and engaging in daily activities. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and a desire to contribute positively to clients' recovery journeys. Generous benefits and team support are offered.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a residential setting preferred.
• Experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Recovery Coach, Behavioral Health Professional (BHP), or Personal Support Specialist (PSS) is desirable.
• Desire to support individuals in residential treatment for Substance Use Disorder.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the program during assigned shifts and assess safety needs of residents.
• Act as a positive role model and provide guidance during non-treatment hours.
• Monitor emergency procedures and implement safety policies.

Skills

Empathy for individuals recovering from addiction

Crisis management

Effective communication

Team support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Wellspring New Horizon's Detox Center is Hiring Recovery Technicians

If you would like to work with adults taking the first step to recovering from addiction and substance use disorder this is a great opportunity. Wellspring is seeking Recovery Technicians to work weekends and/or overnights in our medically managed detox center. Wellspring offers great team support, generous benefits, and time off - and the chance to make a real difference for someone in recovery. Learn more at www.wellspringmaine.com

Supervisor: Program Director

Hours: Full-time, Regular Part-time, and Per Diem options available.

All positions include some combination of Evening, Overnight, Weekend and Holiday shifts.

Overview

Recovery Technicians positively influence clients in our recovery programs and make a real difference in their recovery journey. The key component of this position is milieu management. This encompasses seeing to the safety, security, and supervision of our clients within the milieu during overnights, weekends and on holidays. Pro‑social engagement with clients and positive role modeling are key components of this position. Someone ingrained with a strong sense of responsibility and a deep empathy for those struggling with substance use disorder is a great fit for this position.

Qualifications

• Education: Minimum of High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience: Prior experience working in a residential setting preferred.
• Desirable: Previous experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Recovery Coach, Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) or Personal Support Specialist (PSS).
• Desire: A genuine desire to work in a service capacity to support individuals who are receiving residential treatment for Substance Use Disorder.

Duties & Responsibilities

General Description: Recovery Technicians (RT) are a key employee within Wellspring’s Continuum of Care. While work duties may vary slightly within specific programs, all RT staff should be able to work at any program with minimal extra-training. Some sites need the RTs to assist with cooking and cleaning, or have a requirement for overnight staff member to stay awake.

All programs require RT’s to have a friendly, supportive affect with all clients and to engage in conversation, and activities with the clients. Depending on the program, RT’s help clients in their recovery from substance use and co‑occurring disorders through role modeling, and empathetic trauma‑informed support using motivational interviewing when appropriate.

Responsibilities include:

• Monitor the program during assigned shifts, assessing the safety needs of residents and implementing agency procedures in the event of a crisis or an emergency.
• Act as a positive role model, providing clients with guidance and support during non‑treatment hours.
• Monitor the distribution of medications in accordance with agency and Maine state regulations during non‑treatment hours.
• Coordinate the safety, security and supervision of the clients and the facility outside of treatment hours.
• Implement agency safety policies in case of emergencies, and contact on‑call supervisor during emergencies in the absence of a counselor or Program Director.
• Interact with clients in a manner demonstrating democracy and emotional intelligence and assist with problem solving in daily living activities.
• Answer the program business telephone according to federal and state confidentiality laws and program policies.
• Protect client confidentiality at all times according to 42 CFR Part 2 and agency program policies within and outside the program.
• Report to work promptly at assigned time.
• Provide holiday, weekend, evening and overnight coverage as scheduled.
• Attend and actively participate in supervision sessions.
• Assist with planning and preparing nutritional meals for clients according to the menu plan.
• Maintain a safe, clean and healthy environment through housekeeping duties including changing bed linens, dusting, vacuuming, cleaning kitchen, bathrooms and common areas, and completing laundry for both clients and the Center.
• Assist clients with activities of daily living as necessary.
• Observe and report any changes in the clients’ behaviors or increasing symptoms of withdrawal to the RN right away.
• Provide companionship and stimulation for the clients, including conversations, activities, music, recovery videos, crafts, etc.
• Assist with obtaining vital signs, urine specimens, and alcohol breathalyzer testing as needed.

Performance Factors

• After one month of orientation, employee will have a basic understanding of substance abuse and/or co‑occurring disorders (NADAC training completed and passed).
• After one month of orientation, employee will have a basic understanding of what a trauma‑informed environment is and how they help ensure emotional safety for the clients (NAADAC training completed and passed).
• After one month of orientation, employee should have a working knowledge of Motivational Interviewing and actively practice it with clients, other staff and supervisor (intro training to be identified).
• Have a desire and ability to relate maturely and professionally with those recovering from substance abuse and/or co‑occurring disorders.
• Completed or will complete CPR and Basic First Aid training within 30 days of hire.
• Completed or will complete 40 hours of orientation training as required by State Licensing and MaineCare before working independently.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

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