Women and Children Recovery Support Specialist

POSITION TITLE:                Recovery Support Specialist 

PROGRAM:                         Women & Children’s Program 

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

The  Recovery Support Specialist works as a member of an interdisciplinary team to implement and monitor treatment for individuals engaged in the Pregnant and Parenting residential program at Wellmore Behavioral Health. The Recovery Support Specialist will combine personal recovery experience with professional training to mentor individuals during their recovery and wellness journey. The Recovery Support Specialist will utilize a strength based, wellness informed, client-centered approach to assist the individual in eliminating any personal or environmental barriers to remaining engaged in services and achieving their individualized recovery and parenting goals. 

SUPERVISION:        Supervised by:            Program Manager of Women & Children        

EXAMPLES OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.    Provide recovery and community-based interventions within scope of practice with individuals being served, as required, and directed by the treatment plan. Including but not limited to facilitation of peer support groups, psychoeducational groups, and individual sessions to help clients achieve their treatment plan goals and success in the program.
2.    Responsible for outreach and client engagement throughout the community. Work with other Recovery Support Specialist throughout the agency to ensure clients can access services needed and help to connect individuals with care to help promote long term recovery. 
3.    Assist with residential components of the programs. Including but not limited to; supervising clients throughout the shift to ensure client safety. Including client counts, supervised smoke breaks and client down time. Support clients in completing their activities of daily living (ADLs) for themselves and their child. 4. Develop and maintain appropriate therapeutic relationships with clients in accordance with all agency policies and protocols. Acts as a positive role model for individuals being served and demonstrates a recovery oriented and healthy lifestyle. 
5.    Responsible for submitting and maintaining clinical records in a manner that assures compliance with all agency policies and procedures. Maintain clinical documentation that meets all departmental, divisional, agency, local, state, and federal expectations, and regulations. Complete and maintain documentation within identified agency software. 
6.    Provide coverage as needed for co-workers during vacations, holidays, and/or periods of absence. Helps to ensure that the program is always fully covered. 
7. Participate in supervision, team meetings, agency and community committees and work groups as assigned by management. May be required to participate in trainings (both on site and off site) as determined by the Director of Residential Services and/or Vice President of Adult Services.
8.Complete other duties as assigned.
 

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High School diploma or equivalent with 4 years of relevant experience or associate degree in a mental health or human services discipline with 2 years of relevant experience preferred. Ability to provide a strength based, client centered approach to the delivery of service. 

Demonstrated experience in a similar program, internship, or related employment is desired, preferably with two years of relevant experience. Must openly identify as a person who has lived experience of substance use and substance use recovery. 

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:

Recovery Support Specialist Certification from Advocacy Unlimited, Recovery Coach Certification from CCAR, or an equivalent certification related to the field of Recovery Support required. Will be required to maintain certification in compliance with all licensing bodies. Valid driver’s license with clean driving record is required and CPR and first-aid certification must be obtained upon hire if not already held and must be maintained.    

CONTINUED COMPETENCY:

Attendance at required in-service training and continuing education as recommended by Management. Must consistently always deliver exceptional customer service. Must consistently attend, be prepared for, and meaningfully participate in individual supervision and team meetings.  Must participate in and complete all assigned trainings within the time allotted for the task. Must maintain certifications and a satisfactory performance evaluation.

SCHEDULE: 

Full-time, 40 Hours/Week, Flexible Schedule

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