Residential Behavioral Health Specialist – Recovery Support

Mass Advocates Standing Strong (MASS); Boston (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dimock Center in Boston, MA, seeks a Behavioral Health Specialist for Askia Academy, a structured residential recovery program supporting men in early recovery from substance use and co-occurring disorders. This hands-on role focuses on safety, milieu management, and daily program operations.

You will work with clinical teams to reinforce program structure, assist with admissions, orientations, and discharges, monitor client well-being, and maintain documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience/training.
• Experience in residential, behavioral health, or human services settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, structured residential environment.
• Support admissions, orientations, and discharge processes.
• Monitor client well-being and communicate concerns to clinical staff.
• De-escalate conflicts and reinforce program expectations using therapeutic communication.
• Conduct safety checks and property searches.
• Assist clients with daily needs and encourage personal responsibility and independence.
• Maintain accurate documentation and support administrative processes.
• Help create a welcoming, recovery-oriented community environment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

The Dimock Center in Boston, MA, seeks a Behavioral Health Specialist for Askia Academy, a structured residential recovery program supporting men in early recovery from substance use and co-occurring disorders. This hands-on role focuses on safety, milieu management, and daily program operations.

You will work with clinical teams to reinforce program structure, assist with admissions, orientations, and discharges, monitor client well-being, and maintain documentation.