Recovery Associate - Men's NYC Programs

Release Recovery • New York, NY

20h

About The Position

Release Recovery is hiring a Recovery Associate for its men's transitional living programs in New York City. The role supports the day-to-day operations and culture of the program, providing a consistent and trusted presence for clients navigating substance use and mental health challenges. Recovery Associates help maintain safety, structure, and community while treating clients with compassion and accountability. The position calls for professionalism, emotional intelligence, strong boundaries, and the ability to respond appropriately to client needs and crises.

Release Recovery, founded in 2017, provides transitional living, outpatient treatment, and recovery support services in New York City and Westchester County. Its programs aim to deliver compassionate, structured, evidence-based care for individuals and families.

The position pays a competitive base rate of $19 per hour and is overtime-eligible. Health benefits are offered to full-time employees.

Requirements

• Knowledge of substance use, mental health, or peer recovery support.
• Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to navigate sensitive conversations with professionalism and empathy.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in recovery or behavioral health settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer drug and BAC testing according to program protocols.
• Conduct room searches and monitor for contraband professionally and respectfully.
• Follow medication management procedures and promptly report non-compliance.
• Respond calmly and effectively to crises, activating protocols and emergency services when necessary.
• Maintain structure in the residence by facilitating daily schedules, programming, and client check-ins and check-outs.
• Monitor client attendance and engagement in clinical and community programming.
• Support new admissions and transitions and help clients integrate into the community.
• Foster a safe, supportive, and respectful environment for residents.
• Model professionalism, positive peer behavior, and healthy communication.
• Engage clients through conversation, activities, and appropriate support while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Participate in group activities and contribute to a strong community culture.
• Adapt to changing priorities and support colleagues during crises or staffing shortages.
• Attend and contribute to staff meetings and ongoing training.
• Maintain facility cleanliness, order, and presentation standards.

Benefits

• Competitive base rate of $19 per hour; overtime-eligible.
• Health benefits for full-time employees, including health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on individuals and families.
• Work alongside thought leaders in the recovery space.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed