Senior Recovery Specialist & Program Leader

Central Valley Recovery Services; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Valley Recovery Services is seeking a qualified individual to assist in program operations, ensuring confidentiality and safety for clients and staff. The role supports intake, assessments, and discharge planning, while supervising interns and volunteers and maintaining accurate records in the electronic medical record.

Responsibilities include facilitating recovery groups, coordinating referrals, and upholding DHCS billing and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of professional program experience.
• High School diploma or equivalent; counselor certification required.
• Current DHCS SUDS approved counselor Certification and renewal management.

Responsibilities

• Answer calls and greet visitors and potential clients; provide information on program eligibility, referrals and admissions procedures.
• Assist with intake, assessments, progress notes, recovery and discharge planning following DHCS regulations.
• Supervise recovery staff and interns, collect program statistics, and document services in the EMR to meet billing requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality per CFR 42, part 2 and HIPAA; protect private health information.
• Facilitate recovery and educational groups using evidence-based approaches such as motivational interviewing and CBT.
• Lead opening/closing duties and coordinate scheduling and transportation as needed.
• Support emergency responses and maintain a safe, drug-free environment.

Skills

Program experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Counselor Certification (DHCS SUDS)

Additional college coursework

Job description

Central Valley Recovery Services is seeking a qualified individual to assist in program operations, ensuring confidentiality and safety for clients and staff. The role supports intake, assessments, and discharge planning, while supervising interns and volunteers and maintaining accurate records in the electronic medical record.

Responsibilities include facilitating recovery groups, coordinating referrals, and upholding DHCS billing and regulatory requirements.