Recovery Specialist I/II

Horizon Services, Inc.•San Jose, CA

5d•$25 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Horizon Services, Inc. (HSI) is a nonprofit established in 1974 that offers addiction treatment with the goal of reducing substance use related challenges for people from all walks of life, including those from some of the most disenfranchised and marginalized communities. Providing exceptional services to our diverse community. We are proud to support the Behavioral Health Services Department (BHSD) clients in their preferred languages, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity for all. We practice our values of Integrity, Respect, Compassion, and Professionalism to provide residential treatment, withdrawal management, and sobering programs to support the well-being of women, men, youth, LGBTQ, and BIPOC clients to live healthy, fulfilling and constructive lives. HSI is an inclusive workplace and a learning community where our collective experiences enrich each other’s growth. The Recovery Specialist position is a key position in carrying out daily activities and establishing connections with program participants at the Recovery Station. The position is central to monitoring and maintaining organization, structure and safety for all staff, clients and community members arriving and or residing at the Recovery Station. We are seeking a Recovery Specialist who is fluent in one or more of BHSD’s threshold languages: English and Spanish. The ideal candidate will have a passion for serving diverse communities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to deliver culturally competent services. In this role, you’ll make a difference in the lives of people with substance abuse challenges, and often with co-occurring conditions. You’ll use and grow your skills in compassionate care, crisis intervention and de-escalation, in a supportive and inclusive work environment. You’ll have the opportunity to provide our community with substance abuse treatment to help people who are just discovering possibilities in their journey, going from a place of hopelessness to a place where they are valued and have the potential for a better life.

Requirements

Clear commitment and demonstrated experience in supporting SUD/MH individuals and preferred comfort with crisis stabilization.
Must be able to work on weekends and holidays.
Basic academic knowledge and understanding of Substance Use
Demonstrated competency in using technology.
May be registered with a state certifying SUD body (CCAPP/CADTP/CAADE)
Experience in monitoring safety and daily activities
Experience observing and monitoring SUD clients in a residential setting.
Demonstrated ability to remain emotionally stable when faced with hostility or aggression.
Ability to time manage and prioritize.
Demonstrated ability to maintain facility cleanliness using facility standards
Client Focus – Gains insight into client needs, quickly establishes rapport and relationships using evidence-based practices, provides compassionate and empathic client care to all program participants.
Problem Solving – uses logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions, looks beyond the obvious.
Being Resilient- Rebounds from setbacks faced in a high stress environment. Handles and manages crises effectively. Maintains stability when faced with conflict.
Interpersonal Communication- delivers effective communication with a wide range of audiences. Addresses miscommunication quickly and appropriately. Convey information clearly.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Responsibilities

Monitor and observe Recovery Station client behavior and activity to ensure clients are safe, accounted for and stable.
Must work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team at the Recovery Station
Create and maintain a safe, welcoming environment for all clients.
Maintain facility cleanliness and organization daily
Monitor and observe Recovery Station client behavior and activity to ensure clients are safe, accounted for and stable.
Conducts property safety checks on client incoming property
Monitor daily bed roster and census to ensure client accountability with program requirements.
Assist with meal preparation and meal distribution daily.
Run reports from EPIC, Medi-Cal and HMIS (MSRS only)
Communicate daily needs or observational concerns or impression to Health and or SUD staff.
Participate in daily shift change activity any concerns
De-escalate emotionally unstable client behavior
Provide orientation and overview for incoming clients
Attends to clients’ needs while maintaining daily activity schedule.
Monitoring cleanliness and performing needed cleanup duties.
Preparing bed rolls and basic hygienic items to all incoming clients
Ensure laundry details are completed
Replenish supplies as directed by Program Manager
Provide transportation and emergency response assistance.
Transport clients to local facilities when needed (Sobering Center only)
Respond to emergency needs as directed by Health Center staff and or Program Manager
Assist SUD or Health Center staff with referral and or transfer (Sobering Center only) to continuing care.

Benefits

Generous contribution medical, dental, Life and LTD for the employee and 50% for any dependents medical and dental coverage.
PTO and Holiday pay.
Retirement benefits after 6 months of service.
Training and CEU opportunities.

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