Recovery Specialist II - Mental Health 250

Main Template • Milton, WA

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About The Position

The Recovery Specialist II provides care responsive to the physical and psychological needs of members served, delivering direct and indirect services in accordance with individual service plans and Medicaid standards. The role is at Pierce County E&T, a secure 16-bed inpatient facility serving adults age 18 and older diagnosed with serious mental illness who are experiencing acute mental health crises and pose an actual or imminent risk of harm to themselves or others. The average stay is seven to 22 days.

The position is full time at 36 hours per week. Available schedules are Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday, either 7:00 PM–7:30 AM or 7:00 AM–7:30 PM. Pay varies by geographic location and relevant experience. The expected starting wage range is $18.69–$22.52 per hour, with a full range up to $26.36. Shift differentials may apply based on the assigned schedule.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and two years of experience in a psychiatric mental health setting, or a bachelor's degree and one year of experience in a mental health setting.
• Knowledge of basic nursing skills and interventions, and of mental and physical health conditions and terminology.
• Current Washington State credential appropriate to the position, issued through the Washington Department of Health. Minimum credential requirement is Agency Affiliated Counselor (AAC) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA); other Washington Department of Health licenses or certifications may be considered.
• A current Washington Agency Affiliated Counselor certification is specified. First-time AAC applicants may need 30–90 days for processing and active credential issuance.

Responsibilities

• Provide care that responds to the physical and psychological needs of members served.
• Provide direct and indirect services according to individual service plans and Medicaid standards.

Benefits

• Paid time off: 16.7 days in the first year for full-time employees.
• Nine paid holidays.
• Shift differentials for hourly staff: 6% for PM shift and 10% for overnight shift; weekend differentials are 5% for weekend AM, 11% for weekend PM, and 15% for weekend overnight shifts.
• Free continuing education units, coaching, and mentorship.
• Online university tuition discount and company scholarships.
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• 401(k).
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED