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Recovery Specialist III

Horizon Services, Inc.

San Leandro, CA

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
LOCATION
San Leandro, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago
JOB TITLE:  Recovery Specialist III
LOCATION: Cherry Hill Sobering

Who are we?
Horizon Services, Inc. (HSI) is a nonprofit established in 1974 offers addiction treatment with the goal of reducing substance use related challenges for people from all walks of life, including those from some of the most disenfranchised and marginalized communities. We practice our values of Integrity, Compassion, Respect, and Professionalism,to provide residential treatment, withdrawal management, and sobering programs to support the well-being of women, men, youth, LGBTQ, and BIPOC clients to live healthy, fulfilling and constructive lives. HSI is an inclusive workplace and a learning community where our collective experiences enrich each other’s growth.

The Recovery Specialist III position is a key position in carrying out daily activities and establishing connections with program participants at the Sobering Center. The position is central to monitoring and maintaining organization, structure and safety for all staff, clients and community members arriving and or residing at the Sobering Center.

How can you make a difference in people’s lives?
In this role, you’ll make a difference in the lives of people with substance abuse challenges, and often with co-occurring conditions. You’ll use and grow your skills in compassionate care, crisis intervention and de-escalation, in a supportive and inclusive work environment. You’ll have the opportunity provide our community with substance abuse treatment to help people who are just discovering possibilities in their journey, going from a place of hopelessness to a place where they are valued and have the potential for a better life.


What will make you successful in this role?

Accountabilities: (3-5)
  • Monitor and observe Sobering Center client behavior and activity to ensure clients are safe, accounted for and stable.
  • Must work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team at the Sobering Center
  • Create and maintain a safe, welcoming environment for all clients at all times.
  • Maintain facility cleanliness and organization daily
  • Provide assistance with transportation and emergency response

Responsibilities:  
  1. Monitor and observe Sobering Center client behavior and activity to ensure clients are safe, accounted for and stable.
    • Conducts property safety checks on client incoming property
    • Monitor daily bed roster and census to ensure client accountability with program requirements.
    • Assist with meal preparation and meal distribution daily.
  1. Must work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team at the Sobering Center
    • Communicate daily needs or observational concerns or impression to Health and or SUD staff.
    • Participate in daily shift change activity any concerns
  1. Create and maintain a safe, welcoming environment for all clients at all times.
    • De-escalate emotionally unstable client behavior
    • Provide orientation and overview for incoming clients
    • Attends to clients’ needs while maintaining daily activity schedule.
  1. Maintain facility cleanliness and organization daily.
    • Monitoring cleanliness and performing needed cleanup duties.
    • Preparing bed rolls and basic hygienic items to all incoming clients
    • Replenish supplies as directed by Program Manager
  1. Provide assistance with transportation and emergency response.
    • Transport clients to local facilities when needed
    • Respond to emergency needs as directed by Program Manager
    • Assist SUD or Health Center staff with referral and or transfer to continuing care.
 
SUCCESS COMPETENCIES FOR POSITION (competencies required to effectively perform the job)     FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE: 
     (knowledge and skills required to effectively perform the job) 
 
  • Client Focus – Gains insight into client needs, quickly establishes rapport and relationships using evidence based practices, provides compassionate and empathic client care to all program participants
  • Problem Solving – uses logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective
solutions…looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at the f first answer.
  • Being Resilient- Rebounds from setbacks faced in a high stress environment. Handles and manages crises effectively. Maintains stability when faced with conflict.
  • Interpersonal Communication- deliverseffective communication with a wide range of audiences. Addresses miscommunication quickly and appropriately. Conveys information clearly.
  • Experience in monitoring safety and daily activities
  • Experience observing and monitoring SUD clients in a residential setting
  • Demonstrated ability to remain emotionally stable when faced with hostility or aggression.
  • Ability to time manage and prioritize
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain facility cleanliness using facility standards
 



QUALIFICATIONS: (education and work experience) 
  • 2+ years of client monitoring experience working directly with SUD populations
  • Basic academic knowledge and understanding of Substance Use
  • Demonstrated competency in using technology
  • May be registered with a state certifying SUD body (CCAPP/CADTP/CAADE)
  • Must have a CA driver’s license and good driving record in good standing

Compensation and Benefits
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time and part-time employees over 20 hours per week.
  • 100% of medical, dental, Life and LTD for the employee and 50% for any dependents medical and dental coverage. 
  • PTO and Holiday pay.
  • Retirement benefits after 6 months of service.
  • Training and CEU opportunities.
And of course, the opportunity to meaningfully contribute to a team of mindful, caring and passionate people at work every day!
 
Salary:  $24.00-$26.00/hr.based on experience and qualifications.

Horizon Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
https://www.horizonservices.org

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Horizon Services, Inc.

Home & Office services such as; Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Water Heaters, and Garage Doors for Clients who: Expect superior customer service from technically trained experts 24 hours a day.

COMPANY SIZE
10 to 19 employees
INDUSTRY
Personal and Household Services
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Paid Sick Days, Performance Bonus, Professional Development, Employee Events, Merchandise Discounts
FOUNDED
1998
WEBSITE
http://www.HorizonServicesDenver.com

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