Overnight Recovery Specialist

High Point & SEMCOA•Plymouth, MA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Recovery Specialist works at High Point Inpatient Campus in the ATS/CSS/Section 35 units in Plymouth, Massachusetts. The role supports patient safety and a clean, therapeutic inpatient environment while assisting with substance use and mental health treatment. Duties include observing and accounting for patients, documenting status and observation checks in the electronic health record, monitoring the milieu, supporting admissions and patient care activities, communicating changes to nursing staff, and helping patients participate in groups and other scheduled activities. The position is listed for the overnight shift, 11 p.m. to 7 a.m., and may be part-time, full-time, or per diem. Pay is $21–$26 per hour, dependent on experience and education. High Point & Affiliated Organizations is a health and human service agency whose mission is to treat and prevent substance use disorders and mental illness. It offers inpatient, outpatient, residential, and community-based services in Southeastern Massachusetts, including services for survivors of abuse and violence and families experiencing homelessness.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent GED.
TB screening.
CPR certification.
Certification in the HPAO-approved crisis de-escalation program.
Confidentiality training covering 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA regulations under 45 CFR Parts 160 and 164.
Therapeutic boundaries training.
Ability to care for diverse populations.
Incident report training.
All hazards training.
Infection control training.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in the substance use or behavioral health field is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Comply with federal confidentiality regulations regarding 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA.
Review and follow the posted shift assignment at the start of each shift.
Observe and account for patients to support their safety, documenting patient status in the electronic health record at least hourly.
Monitor bathrooms, group rooms, and other areas of the milieu hourly or as needed to maintain a safe, clean, therapeutic environment.
Understand emergency procedures and codes and remain calm during crises.
Maintain therapeutic boundaries by setting limits and enforcing rules respectfully.
Perform room inspections according to policy and conduct bag searches when directed.
Keep the unit neat and clean, complete end-of-shift duties, and restock supplies as needed.
Attend supervision with the assigned supervisor twice monthly or as needed, and attend mandatory meetings.
Perform other duties assigned by the Recovery Specialist Supervisor, nursing staff, Nurse Manager, Program/Site Director, DON, or COO.
Complete admission consents and releases in the electronic health record.
Complete patient observation checks according to practitioner or nurse orders, accurately and on time, using an iPad or paper when the iPad is unavailable.
Print the daily census in preparation for the next shift and participate in shift-change reports with nursing staff at the beginning and end of each shift.
Observe and report signs of withdrawal and medical or behavioral changes to the nurse.
Monitor supplies needed for showering and personal care to support hygiene and safety.
Use walkie-talkies to contact campus responders and perform radio checks hourly and when escorting patients off the unit.
Process new patient admissions, including electronic health record procedures and inventory and documentation of clothing, electronics, and valuables.
Follow patient rights standards applicable to DPH-licensed programs.
Monitor the milieu as directed by the nurse during medication administration in ATS.
Complete Medication Monitoring Training within 90 days of hire or as appropriate and perform medication monitoring during observed self-administration in CSS.
Escort patients to meals, groups, medical appointments within the facility, and outdoor breaks.
Report off to the nurse when leaving the unit for any reason.
Facilitate assigned groups and enter notes in the electronic health record.
Use verbal de-escalation and patient-centered behavioral interventions in treatment.
Facilitate assigned activity-based groups and milieu engagement according to the daily schedule.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Long- and short-term disability
Discounted auto, home, and renters' insurance
403(b) retirement plan
FSA and DCA
PFML
Employee Assistance Program
Bonuses and referral eligibility
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
Unmatched leave time; full-time employees can earn up to three weeks in their first year