Recovery Support Specialist

Job Summary: The Recovery Support Specialist’s primary responsibility is to engage, guide, and assist individuals in the recovery process during treatment, as well as post treatment. The RSS acts as a liaison and assists clients in navigating through systems of services and resources beyond clinical treatment such as education, employment, healthcare, and peer support. Duties and Responsibilities: Provide supportive assistance to the patient’s recovery needs in regard to their substance use disorder Willingness to mentor Tadiso’s patients Understand a variety of models and theories of addiction, recovery, and other issues related to drug abuse Ability to establish a relationship with patient that displays dignity and respect as reflected in professional language and appropriate boundaries Document interactions and progress into patient’s electronic medical record complete all documentation within required time frame Participation in social services department meetings and required trainings Assist the patient with developing and utilizing a recovery support system, as well as modeling appropriate behavior and interactions All other duties as assigned by supervisor Professional Requirements: Ability to establish a relationship with patient that shows professional language and appropriate boundaries Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing Basic Computer Knowledge Proficient Typing skills Requirements/Education: Requires 5 years lived recovery experience with a substance use disorder and current certification as a Certified Recovery Specialist or must be willing to obtain certification within one year of hire. High School Diploma/GED Must have Valid Driver’s License with good driving record Must have own transportation with required insurance and registration Physical Demands: Work environment of moderation in temperature, noise Sitting at desk for hours Close vision at computer Must be able to lift 15 lbs Compensation details: 30000-33000 Yearly Salary PIc8abe0ba5b5a-25448-414301095c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386