Mental Health Recovery Home Tech-NT (3rd Shift)

Rosecrance Behavioral Health•Rockford, IL

20h

About The Position

The Recovery Specialist works in Rosecrance’s Supervised Housing program with adult clients in a group home setting. The role supports clients in developing daily living skills through hands-on teaching in areas such as budgeting, meal planning, and meal preparation. Staff also assist clients with activities of daily living, including cooking, cleaning, and medication monitoring, and help them safely access the community for basic needs and leisure activities. The position involves supervising residents and managing behavior, using appropriate behavioral interventions, implementing therapeutic activities, and facilitating independent-living skill development. The Recovery Specialist develops and presents resident education, coordinates daily therapeutic direction with staff, maintains client service records, and helps oversee the cleanliness of the house and proper use of supplies and equipment. The schedule is Thursday through Sunday, 11:30 p.m. to 9:30 a.m.; days and times may vary based on site needs, and a set schedule is not always guaranteed. Flexibility is required, and overtime may be required. Rosecrance provides behavioral health services through evidence-based therapies and compassionate care. The workplace maintains a zero-tolerance drug-free environment, including marijuana. Candidates must pass an occupational health screening.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to work independently while maintaining open and effective communication with the team.
Ability to perform or learn de-escalation techniques.
Patience and flexibility in teaching clients to perform tasks independently.
Ability to adapt teaching approaches to clients’ personalities.
Ability to work a schedule that may vary based on site needs; a set schedule is not always guaranteed.

Responsibilities

Work prescribed hours and any additional hours deemed necessary for assigned responsibilities; overtime may be required.
Supervise and manage resident behavior and provide appropriate behavioral interventions and consequences.
Implement therapeutic activities and facilitate the development of independent living skills.
Develop and present resident education.
Consult with other staff and plan daily therapeutic direction for the designated shift.
May facilitate focal group discussion sessions.
Attend scheduled staff meetings, including treatment plan reviews, shift meetings, and designated committee meetings.
Maintain client service records in accordance with regulations.
If designated, monitor residents’ self-administration of medicine and record information on the medical log.
Oversee house cleanliness, resident house jobs, and proper use of equipment and supplies.
Participate as a member of the assigned team, including team meetings and activities.
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the Code of Conduct and applicable law.
Deliver exceptional customer service consistently.
Serve as a role model for staff, clients, and customers and demonstrate positive guest relations while representing Rosecrance.
Assume other related responsibilities as delegated and assigned.
Assist clients with activities of daily living, including cooking, cleaning, and medication monitoring.
Help clients safely access the community for basic needs and leisure activities.
Plan outings for clients and lead therapeutic group activities.
Teach daily living skills, including budgeting, meal planning, and meal preparation, adapting teaching approaches to clients’ needs.