Lead Recovery Specialist

High Point & SEMCOA•New Bedford, MA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

SEMCOA is hiring a full-time Lead Recovery Specialist for its Monarch House residential program in New Bedford, Massachusetts. The role supports the residential recovery program and helps maintain a safe, professional, and therapeutic environment for residents. The Lead Recovery Specialist supports staff training, orientation, recruitment and onboarding, and program meetings; models appropriate conduct; monitors resident safety and compliance with house policies; assists with medication self-administration procedures; and maintains resident, medication, and program documentation. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week on day shifts, with the schedule to be determined. Pay is $20–$25 per hour, dependent on relevant experience.

Requirements

Minimum of a high school degree or GED preferred.
Minimum of one year of experience in a leadership role preferred.
Must present as courteous and professional.
Demonstrated flexibility and ability to perform multiple tasks.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to organize ideas clearly and logically.
Basic computer skills and proficiency with software programs, with the ability to learn, use, and train others on HPAO's electronic medical records.
Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others.
Understanding of the relationship between substance use and mental health issues and/or self-help programs.
Ability to understand and maintain appropriate boundaries and ethics.
Must comply with Federal Regulations, 42 CFR Part 2, Substance Abuse Confidentiality Regulations, and HIPAA Regulations.
Certification in the HPAO-approved de-escalation program.
CPR certification.
TB/Flu assessment.

Nice To Haves

High school degree or GED.
At least one year of experience in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

Perform and ensure completion of staff training and orientation for Recovery Specialists.
Assist the Recovery Specialist Supervisor or Program Director with recruitment and onboarding of Recovery Specialist staff when requested.
Assist leadership in facilitating monthly Recovery Specialist meetings.
Understand emergency procedures and codes, participate in debriefing meetings, and help staff respond appropriately.
Set a professional, positive, and therapeutic atmosphere in the milieu and act as a role model for other staff.
Observe and account for residents at all times to ensure safety, including hourly checks and documentation.
Monitor and document compliance with the wellness check policy using a tracking log for camera review.
Conduct resident searches of rooms, property, and persons professionally and in accordance with company policy, including use of UDS, breathalyzer, and handheld wand procedures.
Observe and document resident self-administration of medication.
Train new staff on procedures and policies related to medication self-administration and other Recovery Specialist tasks.
Attend supervision, program, and staff meetings as directed by the Recovery Specialist Supervisor, Site Director or Program Director, or Clinical Supervisor.
Assist program management with UKG tasks as needed.
Ensure residents follow house policies and rules and encourage them to take accountability for their actions.
Ensure residential areas are safe and secure and immediately report non-compliance to the Clinical Supervisor and Program, Clinical, or Administrative Director.
Process new residents, manage beds, enter resident data into the EHR, and search resident property and residents for contraband.
Manage and maintain supporting documentation and reports, including medication, temperature, visitor, and sign-in/sign-out logs, group notes, attendance sheets, and requested ad hoc reports.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Recovery Specialist Supervisor, Site Director or Program Director, or Clinical Supervisor.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Long- and short-term disability.
Retirement plan.
FSA and DCA.
PFML.
Employee Assistance Program.
Bonus and referral programs.
Eligibility for free classes to become a Licensed Counselor or Recovery Coach.
Company-paid CEU trainings with education days to complete CEUs.
Free meals at select programs when available.
Full-time employees can earn up to three weeks of leave time in their first year.