Recovery Specialist - Amethyst

Job Summary: 

A Recovery Specialist provides basic supervision and assistance to clients of a residential substance abuse program. The Certified Adult Peer Support Specialist (APSS) provide assistance to clients of a substance abuse program using their unique lived experiences to guide and support others in some form of recovery.

Essential Functions: 

2nd Shift: Shift: 4:00pm-12:00am

• Supervises clients during shift. This includes bed checks, meal supervision, taking vitals, observing self-administration of meds, and supervising passes and visitors.
• Provides assistance to office support staff by copying forms, filing, and recombining charts that are ready for termination as necessary.
• Leads “pass” process group on Sunday or other support type groups and documents on each client.
• Facilitates community building exercises and orientation groups. Handles the logistics of patient arrival and departure. Manages follow up appointments.
• Transports clients to and from CFC, recreational outings and doctor appointments. Monitors and documents client behaviors. Attends and helps document Family Educational groups.
• Fosters collaborative working relationships among members of the leadership and management teams and programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience: 

• High School diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license
• Experience working in residential, crisis, healthcare, or direct care settings preferred
• Ability to observe, document, and communicate client status effectively
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-stress or crisis situations
• Basic computer skills and ability to complete electronic documentation